Healthy Street Corn-Inspired Chicken Salad
Looking for a vibrant, satisfying dish that’s perfect for any occasion? Try this Healthy Street Corn-Inspired Chicken Salad! This refreshing salad combines roasted corn, zesty lime, and fresh cilantro to create a delightful spin on a classic favorite. It features tender chicken breast and a creamy dressing made with nonfat Greek yogurt, ensuring it stays light and healthy without sacrificing flavor. Whether served over greens for lunch or wrapped up for a quick dinner, this versatile recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Plus, it’s easy to prepare in just a few simple steps—perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
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- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 red onion
- 1 jalapeno
- 16 oz frozen corn
- 4 cups cooked chicken breast
- 1/2 cup light mayo
- 1/2 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- Juice and zest of 1 lime
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 bunch scallions
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Chop the bell pepper, onion, and jalapeno; spread them along with frozen corn on a baking sheet. Spray lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Roast for about 20 minutes until tender.
- In a bowl, whisk together the light mayo, Greek yogurt, lime juice and zest, cumin, paprika, salt, and chili powder until smooth.
- Once the vegetables have cooled slightly, chop the cooked chicken into chunks. Combine it with the roasted veggies in the bowl with dressing and mix well.
- Fold in chopped scallions and cilantro before serving. Garnish with crumbled Cotija cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg