Lime Chicken with Corn and Poblano Salad
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Lime Chicken with Corn and Poblano Salad, a dish that elevates your meal experience. Marinated chicken grilled to perfection is complemented by a colorful salad of sweet corn and roasted poblano peppers, creating a delightful balance of zest and crunch. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy weeknight dinners, this recipe is as easy to prepare as it is delicious.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 poblano peppers
- 2 cups fresh or frozen sweet corn
- 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill over medium-high heat and lightly grease it.
- Grill marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Grill poblano peppers until charred all over (about 10 minutes). Place them in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap to steam for 5 minutes, then peel and chop.
- In a large bowl, combine corn, diced poblanos, red onion, and dressing made from olive oil and lime juice.
- Slice the grilled chicken and serve it on top of the salad with any remaining dressing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg