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Delicious Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl served in a colorful dish

Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

A delightful weeknight dinner that combines smoky grilled chicken, sweet charred corn, and fluffy rice into a colorful and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups Chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
  • 1 cup Charred corn, grilled or roasted
  • 2 cups Cooked rice Any type of cooked rice can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • to taste Creamy dressing (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the chicken thighs with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Grill or sear the chicken thighs until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
  3. While the chicken is cooking, char the corn on the grill or in a skillet until it’s slightly browned.
Assembly
  1. In a serving bowl, layer the cooked rice, sliced chicken, and charred corn.
  2. Drizzle with lime juice and creamy dressing if desired, then garnish with chopped cilantro.
  3. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken in the spices for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Use fresh corn for better sweetness. Customize your toppings with avocado, jalapeños, or crumbled feta.