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Charred Corn Salad with Chicken

Sweet charred corn, tender chicken, and crispy peppers tossed with lime crema. A bright, easy Mexican-inspired salad ready in under 25 minutes.

Total time
22 min
Servings
4
Calories
385
Protein
38g
Charred Corn Salad with Chicken
lightfreshmexicanchickencrispytendercreamySalad

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Make dressing: whisk lime juice, sour cream, salt, and pepper until smooth.

  2. Step 2

    Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

  3. Step 3

    Add corn in a single layer. Let sit 2 minutes without stirring until edges char.

  4. Step 4

    Stir and cook 2 minutes more until kernels are golden and crispy on edges.

  5. Step 5

    Add diced bell pepper and red onion. Cook 2 minutes until pepper softens slightly.

  6. Step 6

    Remove from heat and stir in chicken. Cool 1 minute.

  7. Step 7

    Transfer to a bowl and fold in dressing gently until evenly coated.

  8. Step 8

    Top with cilantro and serve immediately or chilled.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet (12-inch)
  • whisk
  • bowl
  • cutting board
  • knife

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