Mexican Street Corn Chicken
A delightful blend of grilled chicken topped with a vibrant elote-inspired corn mixture, perfect for summer evenings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 cup corn (fresh or canned)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Grill the Chicken: Cook the chicken breasts on a grill or in a skillet over medium-high heat until fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Create the Corn Mixture: In a bowl, mix together the corn, mayonnaise, sour cream, cotija cheese, cilantro, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the Dish: Place the grilled chicken on a serving platter and top each breast with the corn mixture.
- Serve and Enjoy!: Serve warm and enjoy with warm tortillas or a fresh salad.
Notes
For an extra smoky flavor, use smoked paprika instead of chili powder. Any leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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