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This Mexican Street Corn Chicken Salad is bursting with bold flavors and vibrant colors! Featuring juicy chicken, fire-roasted corn, fresh veggies, zesty lime dressing, and a crunchy tortilla chip topping—it’s a satisfying meal that’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. Inspired by the classic street food elote, this salad brings a spicy, creamy, and tangy twist to your table.
- Prep time15 minutes
- Chill time2–3 hours
- Servings4
- DifficultyEasy
Mexican Street Corn Chicken Salad Ingredients
Salad Dressing
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen fire-roasted corn thawed
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or cubed
- ½ cup red onion finely chopped
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- ¼ cup cotija cheese crumbled
Garnish
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- ¼ cup tortilla chips crushed
Mexican Street Corn Chicken Salad Recipe Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Mix the fire-roasted corn, cubed fajita chicken, red onion, tomatoes, cilantro, and crumbled cotija cheese in a large bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss everything together until evenly coated.
- Divide the mixed salad greens among plates and top with the corn and chicken mixture.
- Top with a sprinkle of crushed tortilla chips for extra crunch.
Notes
- Make Ahead: If making ahead, prep all ingredients separately and store them in the fridge, then mix everything just before serving for the best texture.
- Storage: Keep the salad and dressing in separate containers to prevent sogginess; mix only what you plan to eat.
- Serving: This salad is best enjoyed fresh, topped with crunchy tortilla chips right before serving.
- Substitutions: Use feta instead of cotija, rotisserie or grilled chicken instead of fajita-seasoned chicken, and canned or frozen corn if fresh isn’t available.
- Variations: Add black beans for extra protein, diced avocado for creaminess, or sliced jalapeños for a spicy kick.
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FAQs
How should I store this?
Notes Make Ahead: If making ahead, prep all ingredients separately and store them in the fridge, then mix everything just before serving for the best texture.
Can I change an ingredient?
Substitutions: Use feta instead of cotija, rotisserie or grilled chicken instead of fajita-seasoned chicken, and canned or frozen corn if fresh isn’t available.
