Healthy Chicken Street Corn Bowl (Printable)

Juicy chicken, smoky corn, fresh veggies, and tangy yogurt dressing combine in a vibrant, nutritious summer bowl.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - Juice of 1 lime
04 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
05 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1 clove garlic, minced
07 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Grilled Corn

08 - 2 ears fresh corn or 1½ cups frozen corn
09 - 1 teaspoon olive oil
10 - ½ teaspoon ground cumin
11 - Pinch of cayenne pepper
12 - 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
13 - Juice of ½ lime

→ Bowls

14 - 2 cups romaine lettuce or spinach, chopped
15 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
16 - ½ red onion, finely diced
17 - 1 bell pepper, chopped

→ Greek Yogurt Dressing

18 - ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
19 - Juice of ½ lime
20 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
21 - 1 teaspoon honey, optional
22 - Salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste

→ Serving

23 - Crumbled cotija or feta cheese
24 - Fresh cilantro or parsley
25 - Lime wedges

# How To Make It:

01 - In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts, turning to coat evenly. Marinate for 20 to 30 minutes.
02 - Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 5 to 6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
03 - Brush corn with olive oil. Grill, turning occasionally, until kernels are lightly charred, about 8 to 10 minutes. Cut kernels off the cob. If using frozen corn, sauté in a skillet until lightly browned.
04 - In a bowl, toss grilled corn with cumin, cayenne pepper, chopped cilantro, and lime juice. Set aside.
05 - Whisk together Greek yogurt, lime juice, olive oil, honey if using, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until smooth.
06 - Divide lettuce or spinach between two bowls. Top each with sliced chicken, corn mixture, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and bell pepper.
07 - Drizzle with Greek yogurt dressing. Sprinkle with crumbled cheese and fresh herbs. Serve with lime wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • High protein and genuinely filling, so you stay satisfied without that post-lunch crash.
  • Everything grills at once, meaning cleanup is almost as quick as dinner itself.
  • The Greek yogurt dressing tastes indulgent but keeps things honest and light.
02 -
  • Don't skip letting the chicken rest after grilling, because those five minutes allow the juices to redistribute and keep the meat from being dry when you slice it.
  • If your corn is frozen, a quick sauté in a hot skillet with a little oil until the edges brown beats boiling it, since you actually want that caramelized flavor.
03 -
  • Make extra dressing and use it on grain bowls, roasted vegetables, or as a base for a quick salad dressing throughout the week.
  • If your lime is large and juicy, you probably only need half of it, so taste as you go rather than using juice amounts as gospel.
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