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Tasty Street Corn Chicken Bowl

A flavorful and creamy dish combining tender chicken, sweet corn, and zesty lime, perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Use leftover chicken for quicker prep.
  • 2 cups corn (fresh, frozen, or canned) Drain and rinse if using canned corn.
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice Can swap for brown rice or farro.
  • 1/2 cup diced bell pepper Any color bell pepper works.
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro Fresh cilantro is best for flavor.
  • 1 piece avocado, diced Add just before serving for freshness.
  • 1 piece lime, juiced Adjust lime quantity to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder Adjust for spice preference.
  • Salt and pepper to taste Season to personal preference.
Optional toppings
  • crumbled feta cheese Add for a tangy taste.
  • sour cream Rich and creamy addition.
  • hot sauce Spice it up as desired.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the corn, bell pepper, and cooked chicken.
  2. Add the cooked quinoa or rice and mix well.
  3. Stir in the lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
Serving
  1. Top the bowl with diced avocado and chopped cilantro.
  2. Serve with optional toppings if desired.

Notes

This bowl can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. For meal prep, prepare everything but the avocado.