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Close-up handheld photo of High-Protein Chicken Street Corn Salad with visible grill marks on chicken and blistered corn kernels.

High-Protein Chicken Street Corn Salad (Easy & Healthy)

A vibrant High-Protein Chicken Street Corn Salad featuring juicy seared chicken breast, smoky charred corn, and a creamy lime dressing. Perfect for healthy meal prep or a quick 30-minute dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 445
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs Chicken Breast sliced into strips (680g)
  • 3 cups Sweet Corn fresh or thawed frozen (450g)
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion finely diced (60g)
  • 2 medium Jalapenos sliced into rounds
  • 1/2 cup Cotija Cheese crumbled (60g)
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt plain (120ml)
  • 2 whole Limes juiced (60ml)
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder for dusting
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro chopped

Equipment

  • 1 Cast Iron Skillet Essential for getting the perfect sear.
  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Cook the Protein and Corn
  1. Season chicken strips. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden-brown with visible grill marks. Remove and let rest.
  2. In the same skillet, add corn. Cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes until black blistered edges appear. Toss and cook for another 2 minutes.
Assembly
  1. Combine Greek yogurt, lime juice, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl until creamy.
  2. In a large white ceramic bowl, mix the chicken, charred corn, red onion, and jalapenos. Drizzle with creamy lime dressing. Garnish heavily with cilantro, cotija cheese, and a dusting of chili powder.

Notes

Ensure chicken is patted dry for the best sear.
If you want less heat, remove the seeds from the jalapenos before slicing.