Grilled Chicken Bowl with Corn, Jalapeños & Creamy Sauce


Ingredients

For the Grilled Chicken:

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Grilled Corn:

  • 4 ears fresh corn, shucked and halved
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Creamy Sauce:

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

For Assembling the Bowls:

  • 1 cup cooked corn kernels (from grilled corn)
  • ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • ¼ cup chopped jalapeños (adjust to taste)
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Grilled Chicken

  1. In a large bowl, combine chicken with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Mix until the chicken is fully coated with the spices.
  3. Preheat your grill (or grill pan) to medium heat.
  4. Grill the chicken for 8–10 minutes per side, or until cooked through and slightly charred.
  5. Transfer to a plate, cover loosely with foil, and let rest for 5 minutes.
  6. Slice into thin strips.

Step 2: Grill the Corn

  1. Brush each ear of corn with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Place on the grill and cook for 5–7 minutes per side, turning occasionally, until kernels are lightly charred.
  3. Let cool slightly, then slice the kernels off the cob.

Step 3: Make the Creamy Sauce

  1. In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, honey, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. Mix until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  3. Set aside in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Step 4: Assemble the Bowls

  1. Divide the grilled corn kernels into four bowls.
  2. Top each bowl with sliced grilled chicken.
  3. Add chopped cilantro and jalapeños.
  4. Drizzle with the creamy sauce.
  5. Serve with lime wedges on the side.
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