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Protein-packed, flavor-loaded, and anything but boring.

If you love bold flavors, easy meal prep, and high-protein recipes—you’re going to be obsessed with this Mexican Street Corn Chicken Salad. It’s one of those dishes that hits all the right notes: sweet, smoky, tangy, creamy, and a little spicy. This recipe has quickly become one of my favorite ways to use my Elote Air Fryer Chicken, and I’m so excited to finally share it with you!

Why You’ll Love It

I have a huge passion for Mexican food, and this recipe captures everything I love about elote (Mexican street corn) in the form of a chicken salad that’s perfect for meal prep or quick weekday lunches. It’s low in calories, packed with protein, and layered with bold flavor in every single bite.

Plus, it’s super versatile! Enjoy it in lettuce wraps, stuffed in a pita, over rice, in a wrap, or just with a fork straight out of the bowl.

Ingredients

Here’s what makes this chicken salad so unforgettable:

• Elote Air Fryer Chicken

• Roasted corn

• Homemade elote dressing

• Cilantro

• Scallions

• Lime zest + juice

• Cotija cheese

• Trader Joe’s everything but the Elote seasoning or fajita seasoning

• Dak’s Spices Street taco seasoning (optional) use code CHEFALLIE at Dak’s Spices

• Salt + pepper to taste

Flavor + Function

This salad is more than just a crave-worthy dish—it’s a nutrient-dense, protein-rich meal you’ll actually look forward to. The chicken brings the protein, the corn adds a touch of sweetness and crunch, and the creamy elote-style dressing ties everything together in the most delicious way. Cotija cheese, lime, and cilantro elevate the freshness, and the seasonings kick up that authentic street-style flavor.

Perfect for Meal Prep

Make a batch and keep it in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. The flavors get even better as it sits, and it makes an easy grab-and-go lunch or dinner base throughout the week. It’s also amazing served cold or at room temp—no reheating required!