Street Corn Inspired Chicken Salad (Low Carb and Weight Watchers Friendly)
If you love the bold flavors of Mexican street corn, this Street Corn Inspired Chicken Salad is a fun and healthy twist you’ll want to try.
It has the same creamy, tangy, and slightly smoky flavors you’d expect from street corn, but it swaps the corn for tender shredded chicken to keep it low carb, high in protein, and Weight Watchers friendly.
If you’re looking for a fresh, protein-packed chicken salad with a little kick, this recipe is a delicious way to change up your usual routine.
The Ingredients
Chicken Breast: This is a great source of protein, which helps keep you full longer, supports muscle maintenance, and can help reduce cravings throughout the day.
Using cooked chicken breast keeps the dish low in fat while still making it satisfying and hearty.
Fat-Free Greek Yogurt: Adds a creamy texture without the extra calories and fat found in traditional mayonnaise-based chicken salads. It’s also rich in protein and contains probiotics that support gut health.
Light Mayonnaise: Just a small amount enhances the flavor and gives the dressing a more classic chicken salad taste while keeping the overall recipe lighter.
Red Onion and Jalapeño: These ingredients bring the crunch and help to create layers of flavor so the dish doesn’t rely on heavy sauces.
Cilantro: Adds antioxidants and a burst of freshness.
Cumin, smoked paprika, and garlic powder: This adds the signature street corn flavor while keeping the recipe simple and healthy.
Cotja Cheese: This adds a salty, tangy finish and provides calcium and protein, making the salad feel indulgent while still staying balanced.
Click here to track the points on your Weight Watchers app. There are 3g net carbs and 43g protein per serving. The full nutrition information can be found at the bottom of the recipe card.
How to Make Street Corn Inspired Chicken Salad
In a medium bowl, add the Greek yogurt, light mayonnaise, lime juice, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt.
Whisk everything together until smooth and creamy.
Add the shredded chicken to the bowl and stir until it is fully coated in the dressing.
Stir in the red onion, cilantro, cotija cheese, and jalapeño. Mix until everything is evenly combined.
For the best flavor, refrigerate the chicken salad for 20–30 minutes before serving so the flavors can blend.
Serving Suggestions
- Add to a low carb tortilla or low carb bread
- Serve in lettuce wraps
- Eat with cucumber slices or bell pepper strips
- Serve over a bed of shredded lettuce
Why This Works for Low Carb and Weight Watchers
This chicken salad recipe is high in protein – 43g per serving! High protein meals can also help reduce snacking, making it easier to stay within your daily points or calorie goals.
Traditional street corn recipes rely heavily on corn, which is higher in carbs. By replacing the corn with shredded chicken and using fresh vegetables and herbs for flavor, this recipe keeps the carb count low while still delivering the same bold taste.
Instead of using mostly mayonnaise, this recipe uses plain nonfat Greek yogurt with a small amount of light mayo. This keeps the dressing creamy and flavorful while lowering the calories, fat, and Weight Watchers points.
Street Corn Inspired Chicken Salad (Low Carb and Weight Watchers Friendly)
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded chicken, cooked
- 2 tablespoons fat-free Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
- 2 tablespoons red onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seeds removed, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons crumbled cotija cheese (or feta)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, add the Greek yogurt, light mayonnaise, lime juice, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt. Whisk everything together until smooth and creamy.
- Add the shredded chicken to the bowl and stir until it is fully coated in the dressing.
- Stir in the red onion, cilantro, cheese, and jalapeño. Mix until everything is evenly combined.
- For the best flavor, refrigerate the chicken salad for 20-30 minutes before serving so the flavors can blend.
Notes
Here are some more low carb, Weight Watchers friendly recipes:
Cucumber Dill Chicken Pinwheels
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