Tasty Street Corn Chicken Bowl
A delicious and nourishing dish combining juicy chicken with fresh corn, black beans, and vibrant vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups chicken, cooked and diced Use rotisserie chicken for convenience
- 1 cup corn Fresh, frozen, or canned; corn on the cob is great for a fresh taste
- 1 cup black beans Drained and rinsed; canned beans save time
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes Halved; any small tomato will work
- 1 each avocado Diced; choose a ripe avocado for creaminess
- 1/2 cup red onion Diced; can substitute with green onion
- 1/4 cup cilantro Chopped; optional if you’re not a fan
- 1 each lime Juice of; fresh juice is best
- 1 teaspoon chili powder Adjust for spice level
- to taste each salt and pepper Essential for balancing flavors
- 4 cups cooked rice or quinoa Quinoa offers a wholesome alternative
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, corn, black beans, cherry tomatoes, avocado, red onion, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of one lime, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture, tossing to coat evenly.
- Serve the mixture over the warm, fluffy rice or quinoa.
Notes
This dish stores beautifully, making it perfect for lunch the next day. Feel free to experiment with different veggies based on what’s fresh or in season.