If you’re feeling tired of the usual lunch or dinner options , try whipping up my Easy Mexican Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl . These bowls are bursting with vibrant flavors, blending the rich, smoky taste of Mexican street corn with tender, seasoned chicken and hearty wild rice. It’s a delightful and nutritious meal that’s sure to satisfy!
It’s a fantastic mix of flavors and textures, perfect for meal prep, and most importantly, absolutely delicious!
RECIPE GUIDE
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Let’s dive into the layers: 1. The wild rice gives you a wholesome and nutty base that adds both texture and heartiness to the bowls. 2. The chicken is seasoned to perfection with mouthwatering spices like smoked paprika and chipotle chili powder. 3. The Mexican street corn brings a smoky, tangy, and creamy touch, thanks to the mayonnaise. 4. Toppings like fresh cilantro, lime wedges, and crumbled cotija cheese brighten up the flavors beautifully. 5. The sauce drizzled on top captures the essence of that classic elote topping we all love.
a scrumptious mix of ingredients, and whether you’re cooking for your family, prepping meals for the week, or hosting a laid-back dinner with friends, this recipe will definitely wow everyone!
Why Is This Recipe So Amazing?
- What I absolutely love about using wild rice in this easy Mexican Street Corn recipe is the amazing flavor and texture it adds. Not to mention, California-grown wild rice is a nutritional powerhouse! It’s full of over 15 vitamins and minerals, such as folic acid, B Vitamins, iron, and zinc.
- This dish is a wonderful blend of seasonal flavors and textures, making it a balanced and truly satisfying meal.
- Great for prepping meals in advance!
- Easy to whip up using ingredients you likely already have at home.
Here’s What You’ll Need For Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl
Just scroll down to find the recipe card at the end of this blog post for all the ingredient measurements and step-by-step instructions.
- California-grown Wild Rice: This wonderful grain is 100% whole! Not only is it packed with complex carbohydrates and protein, but it also brings a delightful nutty flavor and chewy texture to our chicken bowls that you’ll absolutely love!
- Chicken: Juicy chicken seasoned with garlic powder, chipotle chili powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Corn: Fresh sweet corn kernels are sautéed with olive oil until they have a nice char, then mixed with mayonnaise, jalapeno, cilantro, garlic, lime, and chili powder to capture the delightful taste of traditional Mexican street corn.
- For the sauce, you’ll whip up a delightful blend that ties the whole meal together: creamy and tangy, made with sour cream, mayonnaise, taco seasoning, a splash lime juice, and just a pinch of salt.
Let’s Get Cooking: Step-by-Step Directions
Make sure to check out the recipe card below for all the detailed instructions!
Give the corn a nice char
Here’s a fun little trick for cutting corn: flip a small bowl upside-down inside a large mixing bowl. Stand your ear of corn on the smaller bowl, then carefully slice the cob with a sharp knife. This way, the kernels won’t scatter everywhere—they’ll fall neatly into the bowl! After you’ve got them all cut, toss the kernels into a hot pan, stirring now and then, until they’re nicely charred. Enjoy the process!
Get ready to stir things up!
Toss all your yummy Mexican Street Corn ingredients into a bowl and give them a good stir. Don’t forget to sneak a taste and tweak the seasoning to your liking if needed!
Time to assemble your delicious bowls!
Start by layering your bowl with wild rice, add a generous scoop of Mexican street corn , and pile on the seasoned chicken. Top it off with your favorite toppings and some of the tasty sauce! Enjoy now or prep for later!
Handy Tips & Creative Twists
- Opt for Fresh Corn: To enjoy the best flavor and texture, go with fresh corn on the cob.
- Spice Things Up with Herbs: Have fun experimenting by adding parsley, basil, or chives along with—or even as an alternative to—cilantro for a delightful twist!
- Toss in some bacon or mix up the proteins: Sprinkle some crumbled cooked bacon on top for a smoky, savory touch that pairs wonderfully with the sweet corn. Feeling adventurous? Swap out the chicken for some juicy steak instead!
- ahead of the game by prepping each part of the bowls in advance. That way, when it’s time to put everything together, there’s no waiting around—you can just dive right in and enjoy!
It Fresh
- Keep it fresh by storing it in an airtight container, and you’ll have tasty bites for up to 3-5 days!
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Helpful Tips
- Storage Made Easy: Keep your leftovers fresh by popping them into an airtight container—this, they’ll stay delicious for 3 to 5 days!
- Wild rice usually takes around 45 minutes on the stovetop. Just follow the directions on the package, and you’ll be all set!
Nutritional Details
We’re happy to share nutritional info as a courtesy, and it’s calculated automatically. Just keep in mind, these numbers are estimates, not guarantees. Ingredients can vary, so Kroll’s Korner can’t promise absolute accuracy. Enjoy your meal!
Flavor Packed Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl
Ingredients
For the rice
- 2 cups of deliciously cooked wild rice grown right in California
For the Street Corn Mixture
- 4 ears of corn with the husks removed
- 1 to 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 jalapeno all cleaned up and chopped
- 2 green onions chopped into cheerful little pieces
- 3 tablespoons of mayonnaise
- A quarter cup of fresh cilantro all chopped up!
- Two cloves of garlic finely chopped
- Just a teaspoon of kosher salt!
- a pinch of black pepper
- A friendly sprinkle of chili powder about 1/4 teaspoon
- The zest and juice from one zesty lime!
- Half a cup of crumbly delicious cotija cheese
- a little extra salt and pepper if you like
For the chicken
- 4 cups of perfectly cooked chicken
- 1/8 teaspoon of these lovely seasonings: garlic powder chipotle chili powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Feel free to tweak the seasonings to match your taste!
For the sauce
- Half a cup of sour cream
- 2 tablespoons of mayo
- 1 tablespoon of your favorite taco seasoning
- A squeeze or two of lime juice
- a pinch of salt as desired
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Instructions
How to Make It Happen
- Slice the corn right off the cob. Warm up some olive oil in a nonstick frying pan over medium heat. Once it’s nice and hot, toss in the corn. Let it cook, giving it a stir now and then, until those kernels get a lovely little char in about 10 minutes. Let the corn cool down for a few minutes before diving in.
- Next, throw the corn and all those yummy ingredients into a big bowl and give it a good toss to mix everything up. Take a taste and tweak seasonings if you like. Then, pop it in the fridge to chill.
- Mix the cooked chicken with all those yummy seasonings.
- Mix up all the sauce ingredients in a bowl and get them dancing together!
- Scoop the wild rice into four cozy bowls. Pile on the juicy chicken and tasty Mexican street corn mixture. Add your favorite toppings—like fresh cilantro, crumbly cotija, and a squeeze of lime. Finish it off with a generous drizzle of creamy sauce on top. Dig in and enjoy!
Notes
- Calories: 520
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sugars: 6g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
- Sodium: 800mg
- Potassium: 650mg
- Vitamin A: 10%
- Vitamin C: 15%
- Calcium: 8%
- Iron: 15%