Description
Healthy Chicken and Street Corn Bowls for Summer are the perfect dish to celebrate the season! Bursting with flavor and nutrition, this vibrant meal combines juicy grilled chicken, smoky-sweet corn, and a medley of fresh vegetables, all topped with a creamy Greek yogurt dressing. Whether you’re looking for a quick lunch, hosting a summer gathering, or prepping meals for the week ahead, these customizable bowls are your go-to solution. The colorful presentation is as delightful as the fresh flavors, making it an instant favorite at any table.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 ears fresh corn (or 1½ cups frozen)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- ½ red onion
- 1 bell pepper
- 2 cups romaine lettuce or spinach
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- juice of 1 lime
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp olive oil (for corn)
- ½ tsp cumin
- pinch of cayenne pepper
- 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
- crumbled cotija or feta cheese (for topping)
- fresh cilantro or parsley (for topping)
- lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic, salt, and pepper for 20-30 minutes.
- Grill marinated chicken on medium-high heat for about 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
- Brush corn with olive oil and grill until charred (8-10 minutes), then cut kernels off the cob.
- In a bowl, combine grilled corn kernels with cumin, cayenne pepper, cilantro, and lime juice.
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together Greek yogurt, lime juice, olive oil, honey (if using), salt, pepper, and garlic powder until smooth.
- Assemble bowls with lettuce base topped with sliced chicken, grilled corn mix, cherry tomatoes, onion, and bell pepper.
- Drizzle yogurt dressing over each bowl and garnish with crumbled cheese or herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 90mg