Healthy Chicken Street Corn (Printable Copy)

Grilled chicken and smoky corn combine with fresh veggies and tangy dressing for a vibrant, high-protein bowl.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - Juice of 1 lime
04 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
05 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1 clove garlic, minced
07 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Grilled Corn

08 - 2 ears fresh corn or 1½ cups frozen corn
09 - 1 teaspoon olive oil
10 - ½ teaspoon ground cumin
11 - Pinch of cayenne pepper
12 - 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
13 - Juice of ½ lime

→ Bowl Base

14 - 2 cups romaine lettuce or spinach, chopped
15 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
16 - ½ red onion, finely diced
17 - 1 bell pepper, chopped

→ Greek Yogurt Dressing

18 - ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
19 - Juice of ½ lime
20 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
21 - 1 teaspoon honey, optional
22 - Salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste

→ Garnish and Serving

23 - Crumbled cotija or feta cheese
24 - Fresh cilantro or parsley
25 - Lime wedges

# How to Make:

01 - In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts, turning to coat thoroughly. Marinate for 20 to 30 minutes.
02 - Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from heat, let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
03 - Brush corn with olive oil. Grill, turning occasionally, until kernels are lightly charred, approximately 8 to 10 minutes. Cut kernels off the cob. If using frozen corn, sauté in a skillet until lightly browned.
04 - In a bowl, toss grilled corn with ground cumin, cayenne pepper, chopped cilantro, and lime juice until evenly coated.
05 - Whisk together Greek yogurt, lime juice, olive oil, honey if using, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until smooth and well combined.
06 - Divide lettuce or spinach between two bowls. Top each with sliced chicken, corn mixture, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and bell pepper.
07 - Drizzle bowls with Greek yogurt dressing. Sprinkle with crumbled cheese and fresh herbs. Serve with lime wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • High-protein and gluten-free summer bowl that is both healthy and filling.
  • Features smoky-sweet grilled corn and juicy chicken with a refreshing lime-infused dressing.
  • Ready in just 35 minutes, making it ideal for busy weekdays or meal prepping.
02 -
  • Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to stay juicy and safe.
  • Allow the grilled chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing to lock in all the flavorful juices.
  • If using frozen corn, a quick sauté in a skillet until lightly browned mimics the charred flavor of grilled corn.
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