This Mexican Street Corn Chicken Bowl is a vibrant, flavor-loaded meal that combines juicy grilled chicken, creamy elote-style corn, and fresh toppings for the ultimate Tex-Mex experience. Ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this bowl delivers bold taste and satisfying nutrition in every spoonful.
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 cups corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
1 tbsp olive oil
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
1 tbsp lime juice
1/2 tsp chili powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 cup cooked rice or cauliflower rice
Optional toppings: diced avocado, jalapeños, hot sauce, sliced radishes
Season chicken with salt, pepper, and a dash of chili powder.
Grill or pan-cook the chicken until fully cooked; slice into strips.
In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté corn until slightly charred.
In a bowl, mix corn with mayo, cotija, lime juice, chili powder, and cilantro.
Assemble bowl with rice, sliced chicken, and street corn mix.
Add optional toppings if desired. Serve warm.
Use Greek yogurt instead of mayo for a lighter option.
Great for meal prep—store components separately.
Can substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for variation.