Description
A fresh, creamy, and protein-packed chicken salad featuring sweet corn, crisp vegetables, and a tangy Greek yogurt lime dressing. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep with bold street corn-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 cup corn (fresh or canned, drained if using canned)
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon chili powder
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Place the shredded cooked chicken in a large mixing bowl.
- If using canned corn, drain and rinse it before adding it to the bowl.
- Add the corn, diced red bell pepper, and chopped green onions to the chicken.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetables.
- Gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Stir in the chopped cilantro or sprinkle it over the top before serving.
- Refrigerate for about 30 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
Notes
Grilled fresh corn adds a delicious smoky flavor.
Add diced jalapeños or cayenne pepper for extra heat.
Mix in diced avocado or black beans for added texture and nutrition.
Top with crumbled cotija cheese for a classic street corn flavor.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Stir before serving and refresh with a spoonful of Greek yogurt or a squeeze of lime juice if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mix
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 285 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
