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Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Chicken Salad Recipe

Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Chicken Salad Recipe

Looking for a fresh, zesty meal? This Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Chicken Salad Recipe is perfect.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4
Calories 310 kcal

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Small whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Citrus juicer

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups COOKED CHICKEN
  • 1 large ENGLISH CUCUMBER
  • 1 cup SWEET CORN
  • 1/2 cup GREEK YOGURT
  • 2 tbsp MAYONNAISE
  • 1/4 cup FRESH CILANTRO
  • 1/4 cup RED ONION
  • 1 tbsp LIME JUICE
  • 1 tsp CHILI POWDER
  • 1/3 cup COTIJA CHEESE
  • 1/2 tsp GARLIC POWDER

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Base Chop your cooked chicken into small, bite-sized cubes. Slice the cucumbers into thin half-moons for better texture.
  • Finely dice the red onion to avoid big bites.
  • Make the Dressing In a small bowl, whisk yogurt and mayo together. Add lime juice, chili powder, and garlic powder now.
  • Stir until the mixture is very smooth and creamy.
  • Combine Ingredients Place chicken, corn, and cucumbers in the large bowl. Pour the creamy dressing over the top of them.
  • Toss gently until every piece is well coated.
  • Add the Garnish Sprinkle the crumbled Cotija cheese over the top. Add the fresh chopped cilantro for a final touch.
  • Give it one last light toss before serving.

Notes

➔ Use rotisserie chicken to save a lot of time.
➔ Chill the salad for 30 minutes before you eat.
➔ Remove cucumber seeds to keep the salad from getting watery.
➔ Toast the corn in a pan for smoky flavor.
➔ Taste and add extra lime for more bright tang.
Keyword Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Chicken Salad Recipe