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Creamy High Protein Chicken Street Corn Salad You'll Love

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A flavorful and protein-packed chicken and corn salad with a creamy dressing, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for seasoning)
  • 1 lime juice of (for marinade)
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • to taste salt and pepper

Corn

  • 2 ears fresh corn or 1½ cups frozen corn (preferably fresh)
  • 0.5 tsp cumin
  • pinch cayenne pepper

Vegetables & Herbs

  • 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 0.5 red onion finely diced
  • 1 bell pepper chopped
  • 2 cups romaine lettuce or spinach
  • 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 0.5 lime juice of
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for dressing)

Instructions 

  • Season chicken with olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic, salt, and pepper. Grill for 6-7 minutes per side, then shred.
  • Cook or grill corn until tender, then slice kernels off if using fresh.
  • Mix Greek yogurt, lime juice, and olive oil to make dressing.
  • Combine shredded chicken, corn, cilantro, tomatoes, onion, pepper, and greens in a bowl. Toss with dressing.
  • Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lime before serving.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken, Corn, High-Protein