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Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl: 5-Ingredient Weeknight Recipe for an Ultimate Flavor Boost.

  • Author: RyderJameson
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is a smoky, creamy weeknight dinner that delivers bold flavor with just five ingredients. Juicy chicken thighs, charred corn, and a tangy lime yogurt sauce rest atop fluffy rice for a gluten-free, colorful bowl. This quick skillet meal is perfect for busy weeknights, offering big restaurant-worthy flavor with simple steps, pantry staples, and a crowd-pleasing finish in every bite. Ready in under 30 minutes with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
  • 2 cups corn kernels
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • ¼ cup crumbled feta or cotija-style cheese
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
  • Optional: diced avocado or sliced jalapeños

Instructions

  1. Season chicken thighs with chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken 6–7 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove and slice.
  3. In the same skillet, cook corn 4–5 minutes until lightly charred.
  4. In a bowl, mix mayonnaise or Greek yogurt with lime juice and a pinch of salt.
  5. Toss charred corn with the creamy mixture and cheese.
  6. Divide rice into bowls and top with sliced chicken and street corn mixture.
  7. Garnish with cilantro and optional toppings. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Gluten-free dish option when using gluten-free mayo/yogurt and cheese.
  • You can make the corn mixture ahead and reheat with chicken.
  • Leftovers store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Adjust spice level by adding or reducing chili powder.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American, Southwestern-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 560 mg
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 52 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 34 g
  • Cholesterol: 150 mg

Keywords: Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl, 5-ingredient dinner, weeknight meal, gluten-free chicken bowls, corn skillet chicken, lime yogurt sauce, cilantro rice, easy dinner ideas

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