High Protein Chicken Street Corn (Print Page)
Fresh grilled chicken meets charred corn, black beans, and cherry tomatoes in a creamy Greek yogurt dressing. Bold flavors, satisfying protein.
# What You Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 2 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 14 ounces)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Corn & Vegetables
07 - 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, grilled, or thawed from frozen)
08 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
09 - 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
10 - 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
11 - 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
12 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
→ Creamy Dressing
13 - 3/4 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt (about 7 ounces)
14 - 2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
15 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
16 - 1 teaspoon honey
17 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
18 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
19 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Garnish
20 - 1/4 cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese
21 - Lime wedges
# Directions:
01 - Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
02 - Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and season both sides with smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
03 - Grill chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and juices run clear. Remove and let rest for 5 minutes, then dice into bite-sized pieces.
04 - If using fresh corn, grill the cobs for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until lightly charred. Cut kernels from the cob. If using frozen corn, sauté in a dry skillet over high heat until lightly charred.
05 - In a large bowl, combine corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, black beans, and cilantro.
06 - In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, honey, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt until smooth.
07 - Add diced chicken and creamy dressing to the salad. Toss gently to combine.
08 - Top with crumbled cheese and serve with lime wedges.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- You get all the bold flavors of Mexican street corn without standing over a hot grill for hours
- The protein-packed combination keeps you satisfied for hours without that heavy post-meal slump
- Everything comes together in one bowl, making it perfect for meal prep or feeding a crowd
02 -
- The secret ingredient nobody talks about is that pinch of honey in the dressing—it balances the acidity and heat in a way that makes people ask what's different about this recipe
- Grilling the corn even when you're using frozen kernels makes a huge difference in flavor, so don't skip that char step
- This salad actually tastes better after sitting in the fridge for an hour or two, giving all those flavors time to get friendly with each other
03 -
- Pat your chicken completely dry before seasoning it so the spices form a beautiful crust instead of steaming off
- Invest in a good lime juicer or squeeze those limes by hand—bottled juice just doesn't have the same bright, fresh impact