Looking for a quick and fun cold lunch that might even allow you to pack some tortilla chips for the main course? Well, here it is. This Mexican Street Corn Chicken Salad is one that you can use for virtually any occasion. Even if it’s not for a grab and go lunch, you can use this salad served as an appetizer or side dish.
You cannot go wrong with this high protein option, which has such few ingredients you may even have them already. My favorite part is that you can switch up how you enjoy it. Feel like adding some crunch? Eat it with tortilla chips or make it tostada style. Want something hardier? Eat like you would chicken or tuna salad – with loaf bread or pita bread (I’ve even scooped it inside a pita bread pocket – yum!)
Or better yet, grab a few romaine leaves and enjoy lettuce wraps for something quick yet filling.
There are a few different ways I’ve seen this made online, specifically the dressing (see below) so I’ll spell it out both ways for you. You choose which one you prefer, but both options are high protein so you’re off to a great start either way!
Here are the main ingredients:
- Chicken
- Corn
- Red Onion
- Cilantro (technically optional)
- Lime Juice (also optional, see notes)
- Garlic Powder
- Salt and/or Tajin Season (in my opinion, you can use Tajin and forgo extra salt and lime juice)
- Dressing (see below for both recipe options)
For the dressing, the most popular one I’ve seen is:
- 1 Tbsp. of Plain Greek Yogurt
- 1 Tbsp. of Light Mayonnaise
- 1 tsp. of spicy/fiesta/fajita ranch seasoning packet
However, I’m not big on light mayo when I can avoid it. So here’s what I do instead:
- 1 Tbsp of Plain Greek Yogurt
- 1 Tbsp of Ortega Mild Taco Sauce (you can use any heat based on preference)
- 1 tsp of chili powder (optional)
You can’t go wrong with either of these options. You could maybe even switch out the light mayo with the chipotle version if you really like mayo! I haven’t tried this option though.
Now, go give this Mexican Street Corn Chicken Salad recipe a try. Enjoy!
Mexican Street Corn Chicken Salad
Ingredients
- 2 Cups Diced Chicken
- 1 Cup Corn or any corn: canned, fresh, frozen, etx.
- 1/3 Cup Diced Red Onion
- 2 tbsp. Tajin Seasoning
- 1 Tbsp. garlic powder (optional)
- Fresh or Dried Cilantro for garnish (optional)
Dressing: Option 1
- 1 Tbsp Plain Greek Yogurt
- 1 Tbsp Ortega Mild Taco Sauce any heat works
- 1 tsp. Chili Powder (optional)
Dressing: Option 2
- 1 Tbsp Plain Greek Yogurt
- 1 Tbsp Light Mayonnaise
- 1 tsp. Fajita Seasoning/Spicy Ranch Seasoning Any chipotle/spicy seasoning you'd like
Instructions
- Cook the chicken and dice, or use rotisserie chicken for a quick option. Let cool.
- Dice the red onion (and fresh cilantro if you are using this)
- Pour all the ingredients in the bowl.
- Make the dressing of your choice and pour it into the bowl.
- Mix all ingredients.
- Serve with a tostada chip, tortilla chips, lettuce wrap, or eat as a sandwich.
- Store leftovers in refrigerator.
Don’t have time to make your own lunches? Consider outsourcing your meal prep or signing up for a meal service!
