Smoky Street Corn Chicken Bowls (Easy and High-Protein)
This recipe for Smoky Street Corn Chicken Bowls is loaded with bold flavor. An easy, high-protein dinner you’ll crave on repeat.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Course Main
Cuisine American
Servings 3 bowls
Calories 550 kcal
Main
- 1-1.5 pounds thin-sliced boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 cup cooked rice or cauliflower rice
- 1 whole avocado diced
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil to serve
Street Corn
- 1 ½ cups corn fresh, frozen, or grilled
- ⅓ cup sour cream or yogurt dairy-free, if preferred
- ½ lime squeezed
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
- 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- Salt to taste
Chicken
Skillet method: Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Sear for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a cutting board and slice into strips. The spice rub gives the chicken smoky, bold flavor and crispy edges.
To grill: Preheat grill to medium-high. Lightly oil grates or brush chicken with avocado oil. Season chicken as listed above, then grill for 3–5 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until cooked through and charred in spots. Let rest for a few minutes, then slice.
Corn
Stovetop: Heat a dry skillet over medium-high heat. Add corn and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it begins to char slightly. Remove from heat and set aside.
Grilled: Grill fresh corn on the cob directly over medium heat for 8–10 minutes, rotating every few minutes until charred and tender. Let cool slightly, then slice kernels off the cob.
Assembly
In a small bowl, whisk together the dairy-free yogurt (or sour cream), lime juice, chili powder, chopped cilantro, and salt until smooth. Set aside.
Assemble bowls with a base of rice or cauliflower rice. Top with sliced chicken, avocado, red onion, and plain corn. Drizzle the yogurt mixture over the top and sprinkle with fresh cilantro.
Serve with extra lime wedges and a dash of hot sauce if desired. Enjoy!
Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg
Keyword easy dinner, High-Protein, Smoky Street Corn Chicken Bowls