Description
Juicy grilled chicken breasts paired with a vibrant and tangy summer corn salad, featuring fresh grilled corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice. This healthy, colorful dish is perfect for warm evenings and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Corn Salad
- 2 ears fresh corn, grilled and cut off the cob
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat to ensure it gets hot enough to cook the chicken evenly and develop good grill marks.
- Prepare the Chicken: Brush the chicken breasts with olive oil on both sides. Then season evenly with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. This will add flavor and help keep the chicken moist.
- Grill the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts on the grill. Cook for 6 to 7 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), ensuring the chicken is fully cooked and juicy.
- Make the Corn Salad: While the chicken cooks, combine the grilled corn kernels, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, and fresh lime juice in a large bowl. Mix gently to combine all the fresh flavors.
- Serve: Once the chicken is cooked, slice it and serve alongside the crisp and tangy corn salad for a balanced, colorful meal.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken thighs if you prefer a juicier cut of meat.
- This corn salad also pairs wonderfully with grilled fish or other proteins.
- For extra flavor, you may add a pinch of chili powder or cumin to the chicken seasoning.
- Grill the corn directly on the cob for a smoky aroma before cutting it off for the salad.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
