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Mexican Street Corn Chicken Salad

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Cris Angus, DCN, MS

Mexican Street Corn Chicken Salad

Mexican street corn chicken salad
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: 30-minute-meals, Mexican
Calories: 416
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
  • 2 tsp Taco seasoning
  • 3 Limes (juiced, zested, divided)
  • 1/4 cup Extra virgin olive oil (divided)
  • 2 tsp Sea salt (divided)
  • 1/2 cup Cilantro (chopped, divided)
  • 1 16 oz Corn (frozen)
  • 1 Jalapeño pepper (seeded, small diced)
  • 1/2 cup Cotija cheese

Equipment

  • 1 Cast-iron pan optional

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, add the chicken, taco seasoning, 1/3 of the lime juice and zest, half of the oil, half of the salt, and 1/4 of the cilantro. Mix well and let the chicken sit in the marinade for at least 20 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, heat a cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Cook the corn for one to two minutes until lightly charred on all sides. Once it is cooked, remove it and let it cool for about 10 minutes.
  3. In a bowl, mix the remaining lime juice and zest, oil, salt, and cilantro. Add the jalapeño and cotija cheese and stir to combine. Transfer the charred corn into the bowl. Mix everything together until combined and set aside.
  4. In the same cast-iron pan, cook the chicken over medium heat for about 12 to 15 minutes or until cooked through, flipping halfway.
  5. Serve the chicken with corn salad and enjoy!
    Increase the fiber by adding one can of black beans (drained, rinsed) in with the corn or serve a side salad with cotija salad dressing.
    Serving size =  one chicken thigh and one cup of corn salad.
    Protein 29g, Carbs 24g, Fiber 2g

Notes

This grilled chicken with Mexican street corn salad is a bold, flavor-packed meal that’s perfect for easy weeknight dinners or summer grilling. Juicy, taco-seasoned chicken thighs are marinated with fresh lime juice, olive oil, and spices, then cooked to perfection for a smoky, tender finish. Paired with a vibrant corn salad, this dish delivers a delicious balance of savory, zesty, and slightly spicy flavors.
This recipe is naturally high in protein and gluten-free, making it a satisfying and wholesome option for a variety of healthy eating styles. The combination of lean protein, fresh vegetables, and heart-healthy fats creates a well-balanced meal that’s both nourishing and full of flavor.
Quick to prepare and ideal for meal prep or entertaining, this easy grilled chicken and corn salad is a crowd-pleaser that delivers fresh, restaurant-quality flavor to your table.
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About Dr. Cris

I am a nutritionist (Doctor of Clinical Nutrition) with a passion for creating fast, healthy recipes to inspire at-home meal preparation, designed to improve overall health and well-being.

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