Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for grilling
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 3 ears fresh corn, husked (or 2 cups frozen corn kernels, thawed)
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise (use Greek yogurt as a lighter substitute)
- 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese (feta can work if cotija is unavailable)
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 small jalapeño, finely chopped (optional, for a little heat)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon chili powder (for sprinkling)
- 1 lime, cut into wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. If using an oven, set it to 400°F and prepare a baking sheet lined with foil.
- In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Rub this spice mix evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
- Brush the grill grates with olive oil to prevent sticking. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. If using the oven, bake for 20-25 minutes.
- While the chicken cooks, place the corn directly over the grill grates (or use a grill pan). Turn occasionally until the kernels are charred in spots, about 8-10 minutes. If using an oven, spread corn on the baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Remove the charred corn from the cob by slicing kernels off with a sharp knife. In a medium bowl, mix the corn with mayonnaise, lime juice, jalapeño, cilantro, cotija cheese, and a pinch of chili powder. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Once the chicken is cooked through, let it rest for 5 minutes. Then spoon generous amounts of the street corn mixture over each piece, allowing the creamy, tangy topping to mingle with the smoky chicken.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing and a sprinkle of extra chili powder or cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
