Can I make this bowl dairy-free?

Yes. Replace the Greek yogurt and mayonnaise with your favorite dairy-free yogurt or a cashew-based sauce. You’ll keep the creamy texture and tang without the dairy.

What’s the best rice to use?

Any kind works—white, brown, jasmine, or even microwave rice packets. For extra fiber, use brown rice; for classic flavor, go with jasmine.

How can I make it spicier?

Add diced jalapeños or mix a bit of chipotle chili powder into your sauce. A few dashes of hot sauce over the chicken also do the trick.

Can I meal-prep this for the week?

Absolutely. It stores beautifully and keeps its flavor. Just store the sauce separately and drizzle it fresh when serving.

What’s a good protein alternative to chicken?

Try grilled shrimp, turkey breast, or tofu cubes. They all work perfectly with the smoky spices and cilantro-lime sauce.

30-Minute Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl (High-Protein Meal)

30-Minute Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

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This 30-minute Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl packs smoky grilled chicken, creamy cilantro-lime sauce, sweet corn, and fluffy rice for a balanced, high-protein meal. It’s quick, affordable, and ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep.

Author: Daniel Carter - Top Choice Recipes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 2 servings 1x
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Ingredients

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2 large chicken breasts, cut into bite-size cubes
2 cups cooked rice (white, jasmine, or brown)
1 ½ cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned, drained)
2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp chili powder
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
Juice of 1 lime
¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
2 tbsp chopped cilantro

Cilantro-Lime Sauce

½ cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tbsp mayonnaise
1 clove garlic, minced
Juice and zest of ½ lime
1 tbsp finely chopped cilantro
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

1. Season the Chicken
Pat the chicken dry and toss with smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and olive oil.

2. Sear the Chicken
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook 6–8 minutes, turning once, until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

3. Char the Corn
In the same skillet, add a drizzle of oil and the corn. Cook 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly charred.

4. Make the Cilantro-Lime Sauce
Whisk together yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, zest, garlic, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste and chill until serving.

5. Assemble the Bowl
Layer rice in bowls, then top with chicken, corn, red onion, and cilantro. Drizzle with sauce and finish with lime juice. Add avocado or cotija cheese if desired.

6. Serve and Enjoy
Serve warm, or pack into airtight containers for up to 4 days for meal prep.

Notes

Swap rice for cauliflower rice for a low-carb version.
Use tofu or shrimp instead of chicken for variation.
Keep sauce separate if meal prepping to maintain freshness.

Nutritional information is approximate and may vary by ingredients.

Find it online: https://www.topchoicerecipes.com/30-minute-street-corn-chicken-rice-bowl/