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This Grilled Chicken and Corn Salad Recipe is brought to you in collaboration with Sunshine Sweet Corn.

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Grilled Chicken and Corn Salad Preparation

Little foodie helped me create a special Grilled Chicken and Sweet Corn Salad recently.

She loved helping with the fresh ears of corn and proved to be a better de-silker than I am. Her autism gives her great attention to detail. She did so well, I gave her the additional job of wrapping the ears in foil, which she rocked as well.

I just grilled the corn along with marinated chicken breasts, then cut the kernels from the cob, in preparation for making the salad.Ergo Chef Pro-Series 7" Santoku pictured (one of my fave knives)

The grilled sweet corn and chicken, are simply served along with chopped sweet red peppers over leafy green lettuce and topped with a nice creamy Roasted Garlic Ranch Dressingmy Avocado Lime Ranch would also be a fabulous choice for this salad.

Summer Salads

Here are a few more summer salads you may enjoy.

  • Pesto Tortellini Salad
  • Mexican Sausage and Corn Salad
  • Feta Tomato Cucumber Salad
  • Grilled Sweet Corn and Tomato Salad

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Grilled Chicken and Corn Salad

Grilled chicken and fresh sweet corn salad.

5 from 1 vote

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Course: Salad

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Calories:

Author: Robin Gagnon

Ingredients

  • 5-6 fresh ears of Sunshine Sweet Corn
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 large sweet red pepper cored and chopped
  • 2 heads of green leaf lettuce washed
  • Ranch Style Dressing Homemade Roasted Garlic Parmesan Ranch, or your family's favorite Ranch

Marinate for Chicken

  • ¼ cup Italian Dressing
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce I used low sodium
  • 2 teaspoon honey
  • ¼ teaspoon cumin

Instructions

  • Enlist the kids to husk the sweet corn, while you mix up the marinate and place the chicken in it.

  • Wrap the sweet corn in foil. (I don't butter or oil it, but do so if you like)

  • Preheat the grill to med-high (about 375-400 degrees).

  • Grill the corn for 15 minutes, turning occasionally. Add the chicken to the grill. Turn the chicken after 5-6 minutes, then grill until cooked through & remove both chicken breast and sweet corn to a tray.

  • Allow the corn to cool a few minutes, then cut the kernels off the cob. Slice the chicken breasts into bite sized pieces.

  • Place leaf lettuce in bowls and top with chicken, sweet corn and sweet peppers.

  • Serve with a creamy ranch dressing.

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  1. Jenn @TheRebelChick says

    Your salad looks absolutely delicious! I love salads with a protein, they are just so much more filling. And who doesn't love sweet corn?! PS Little Foodie is getting so big! 🙂

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  2. Jeannette says

    That seriously looks delicious! I love salads, especially this time of year, and one of my favorite things to add is corn! I'd love to make some fresh corn salsa to add to a salad like this!

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  3. [emailprotected] says

    that looks delicious I can't wait to cook outdoors more. My kids also love to peel the corn. I always leave that job for them

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  4. Robin (Masshole Mommy) says

    I love getting my boys involved in the kitchen, too. They love helping out and it's even better when the food is as good as that salad sounds.

    Reply

  5. jasmine says

    wow! This looks so yummy and perfect for the summer.

    Reply

  6. Patty says

    I love sweet corn. We grow some here in our garden and I can't wait 'til those first ears are ready to eat. It's so good.

    Reply

  7. Sara Phillips says

    OH MY DEAR! That salad looks amazing! I could probably eat it every day and not tire of it.

    Reply

  8. Lynsey Jones says

    One of my favorite parts about summer is fresh corn! My uncle had a corn field - we used to run through it and go harvest our own - some of the most fun memories I have as a child!

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  9. Stefani Tolson says

    I love how you sliced the corn right of the cob, I am going to try it. Looks like a yummy salad!

    Reply

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FAQs

How to give chicken salad more flavor? ›

Add minced fresh herbs like parsley, chives, basil, or tarragon. Add fresh grapes for juicy little bursts of flavor. Add cooked pasta to stretch the chicken salad into a larger meal. (You'll have to increase the amount of mayonnaise mixture to cover the pasta.)

Why is grilled chicken salad good for you? ›

The chicken breast adds protein and is low in saturated fat. And with all the vegetables and beneficial fats in this dish, Grilled Chicken Salad fits into a healthy eating pattern, including the Mediterranean diet, which has been shown to have a plethora of health benefits.

What is corn salad made of? ›

Summery Corn Salad – made with fresh cut corn kernels, sweet tomatoes, vibrant red onions, crisp cucumbers, flavorful feta cheese, fresh herbs and a vibrant dressing.

What not to do when preparing chicken salad? ›

To ensure that your chicken salad tastes the way that it should, you should avoid using overcooked or dry chicken in your recipe. Unfortunately, as we cook chicken, the moisture of the bird slowly evaporates.

Why does my chicken salad have no taste? ›

Lack of Seasoning: One of the most common reasons for bland chicken salad is insufficient seasoning. Make sure to add enough salt, pepper, and other seasonings like herbs and spices to enhance the flavor. Overcooking the Chicken: Overcooked chicken can become dry and lose its flavor.

Is it OK to eat grilled chicken salad everyday? ›

Absolutely — chicken salad can be healthy. Just how healthy comes down to the ingredients used, the portion eaten, and the other foods it's paired with to make a meal.

Will I lose weight if I eat chicken and salad everyday? ›

Although chicken and salad are healthy nutrients, you can gain weight due to the way the chicken is prepared, or the salad is made with high-calorie sauces. Moreover, you can't shed weight with only one food in your diet. Salad with chicken supports your diet in this way, but it isn't enough on its own.

Is canned chicken okay to eat? ›

Yes, it is generally safe to eat canned chicken after heating it up. Canned chicken is cooked and processed before being sealed in cans, which helps to kill bacteria and other potential contaminants.

What is the fancy name for corn salad? ›

Common names include lamb's lettuce, common cornsalad, or simply cornsalad, mâche (/mɑːʃ/), fetticus, feldsalat, nut lettuce, field salad and valerian salad.

Is it OK to eat raw corn in salad? ›

"Corn is perfectly safe to eat raw, but you will want to eat young, tender corn before the sugars turn to starch for the most enjoyable taste. Marz advises staying away from field, or dent, corn which has an unpleasant taste.

What is corn salad called? ›

Corn salad is also called lamb's lettuce and fetticus. It is a salad plant, but may also be used as a cooking green. Since it does not have a sharp distinctive flavor, it is often mixed with other more tasty greens such as mustard.

How do you make chicken taste more flavorful? ›

Brining your chicken is a foolproof way to not only add flavour to your roast but also to ensure you don't overcook the meat. Essentially a mix of salt, sugar and water, we love adding herbs, garlic or whole spices such as fennel and cumin to flavour the brine.

How can I add more flavor to my salad? ›

Add a little more and stop when things start tasting good to you.
  1. Extra-Virgin Olive Oil: Adds richness and a “fullness” to a lusterless, dry salad.
  2. Salt: Subdues bitter flavors and perks up the rest of them.
  3. Lemon Juice and Zest: Brightens murky flavors, especially with dark vegetables.
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What to add to a bland salad? ›

7 Ways to Spice Up Your Boring Salad
  1. 1) Get Creative with Dressings. Salad dressings can really make or break a salad. ...
  2. 2) Top It Off With Something Crunchy. ...
  3. 3) Throw in Some Fruit. ...
  4. 4) Mix in Some Grains. ...
  5. 5) Experiment with Different Proteins. ...
  6. 6) Try Some Different Veggies. ...
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