Vibrant Mexican Street Corn Chicken Bowl Recipe
Enjoy a vibrant twist on classic street food with this Mexican Street Corn Chicken Bowl. Juicy grilled chicken meets smoky, creamy elote-style corn, fresh veggies, and zesty lime crema in a healthy, flavor-packed bowl. Perfect for meal prep, weeknight dinners, or a festive lunch, this easy recipe brings bold Mexican flavors to your table fast!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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2 chicken breasts, grilled and sliced
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2 cups corn (grilled or roasted)
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1/4 cup mayonnaise
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2 tbsp sour cream
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1/2 tsp chili powder
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Juice of 1 lime
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1/4 cup chopped cilantro
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1/4 cup cotija cheese
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1 avocado, sliced
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1 cup cooked rice or quinoa
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1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Grill or cook chicken breasts until golden and cooked through; slice thinly.
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In a bowl, mix corn with mayonnaise, sour cream, chili powder, lime juice, cotija cheese, and chopped cilantro.
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In serving bowls, layer rice or quinoa as a base.
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Top with sliced chicken, corn mixture, avocado, and cherry tomatoes.
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Garnish with extra cilantro, cotija, and lime wedges.
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Serve warm or chilled.
Notes
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Use rotisserie chicken for a quick prep option.
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Add jalapeños for heat or black beans for added protein.
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Great for meal prep – store in separate containers and assemble when ready.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg