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Smoky Street Corn Chicken Bowls

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Keyword: chicken bowls, grilled chicken, healthy dinner, Smoky Street Corn Chicken Bowls, street corn

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 1 ¼ - 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts Use thin-sliced for quicker cooking
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil For cooking the chicken
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Adds smoky flavor
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder For a mild heat
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder For savory flavor
  • Salt & pepper to taste To season the chicken

For the Bowls:

  • 1 cup cooked rice or cauliflower rice Base for the bowl cauliflower rice for low-carb
  • 1 avocado diced Creamy texture
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro Fresh herb garnish
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion For crunch and bite
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil To drizzle over the top

For the Street Corn:

  • 1 ½ cups corn fresh frozen or grilled (Corn adds sweetness and texture)
  • ⅓ cup sour cream or dairy-free yogurt Use dairy-free yogurt for a vegan version
  • ½ lime squeezed Adds a tangy kick
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder For extra heat
  • 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro Herb flavor
  • Salt to taste For seasoning

Directions

For the Chicken:

  • Heat the avocado oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Season the chicken with smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Cook the chicken in the skillet for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
  • Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and slice into strips.

For the Corn:

  • Heat a dry skillet over medium-high heat and add the corn. Cook for 5–7 minutes until it starts to char.
  • Remove the corn from the heat and set aside.

For the Bowls:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream (or yogurt), lime juice, chili powder, chopped cilantro, and salt.
  • Assemble the bowls by placing rice or cauliflower rice as the base.
  • Top the rice with sliced chicken, diced avocado, red onion, and the charred corn.
  • Drizzle the yogurt mixture over the top and garnish with fresh cilantro.
  • Serve with extra lime wedges and a dash of hot sauce if desired.

Notes

These smoky bowls bring a pop of flavor in every bite! Feel free to customize with your favorite protein and toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 800mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 15IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 10mg