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Fresh Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Chicken Salad

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A refreshing summer salad combining juicy grilled chicken, smoky street corn, crisp cucumber, and a tangy creamy dressing. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, and light lunches.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound / 450g), grilled and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for grilling)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 ears fresh street corn (or about 1 ½ cups kernels), grilled and removed from the cob
  • 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced or diced (English cucumber recommended)
  • ½ small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side (12-14 minutes total) until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Grill ears of corn on the grill, turning occasionally, until kernels are slightly charred and smoky (about 10 minutes). Let cool slightly, then slice kernels off the cob into a large bowl.
  4. Thinly slice or dice cucumber, finely chop red onion and jalapeño (if using), and chop cilantro leaves. Add all to the bowl with corn.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream or Greek yogurt, lime juice, honey, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  6. Pour dressing over corn and vegetable mixture and toss gently to coat evenly. Fold in sliced grilled chicken carefully.
  7. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Before serving, toss again and adjust seasoning if needed.

Notes

If fresh street corn is unavailable, frozen corn can be used and charred in a hot skillet or under the broiler to mimic grilled flavor. Letting chicken rest after grilling keeps it juicy. Adjust dressing sweetness and acidity to taste. Salad can be made ahead by grilling chicken and corn the night before and assembling just before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; stir before serving.

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Keywords: chicken salad, street corn, cucumber salad, creamy dressing, summer salad, picnic recipe, grilled chicken, fresh salad

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