Description
A quick, creamy, and spicy chicken salad inspired by Mexican street corn (elote). Ready in 15 minutes, this high-protein meal uses simple pantry staples like rotisserie chicken, frozen corn, and a tangy lime-chili dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie, grilled, or poached)
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1/2 medium red onion, finely diced
- 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup crumbled Cotija or feta cheese (optional topping)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional topping)
Instructions
- Shred the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces using your hands or two forks. If using raw chicken, boil or bake until cooked through, then shred and pat dry.
- Finely dice the red onion and mince the jalapeño. Set aside in a small bowl.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add the shredded chicken, frozen corn (rinsed briefly to take the chill off), diced onion, and jalapeño to the dressing.
- Gently toss everything together until the chicken is evenly coated, being careful not to mash the chicken.
- For best flavor, chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Just before serving, sprinkle with crumbled Cotija or feta cheese and fresh cilantro. Toss gently one last time.
Notes
For a smokier flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika. If using frozen corn, rinse under warm water for 30 seconds to take the chill off but do not fully thaw to avoid mushiness. This salad is best served chilled or at room temperature. Do not freeze, as the mayo and yogurt will separate. It keeps well in the fridge for up to four days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 25
Keywords: Mexican street corn, chicken salad, elote salad, quick dinner, rotisserie chicken, healthy lunch, meal prep, gluten-free, high protein