This Fancy Elote Chicken Salad Is So Good, You’ll Make It All Summer

If you’re craving bold, unforgettable flavor, this Fancy Elote Chicken Salad is about to be your new obsession. Inspired by the irresistible taste of elote, this elevated version is creamy, smoky, a little sweet, and completely addictive. This Fancy Elote Chicken Salad Is So Good, You’ll Make It All Summer.

Perfect for a chic tablescape, a sunny brunch, or an easy lunch on the go. This is the salad everyone will be asking you for. Fresh, flavorful, and effortlessly beautiful. Here’s how to make the Fancy Elote Chicken Salad you’ll be making on repeat all season.

Using fire roasted corn ( fresh or frozen), silky dressing, and fresh lime juice. Just the right amount of heat finished with elegant toppings that make every bite so delicious!

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✨ What Makes This “Fancy”?

This isn’t your average street corn salad…

• Lightly charred sweet corn for a smoky depth of flavor
• A blend of creamy mayo + crème fraîche for a richer taste
• Fresh lime zest (not just juice!) for brightness
• Crumbled cotija for a luxe, salty finish
• A drizzle of hot honey for a little elevated sweetness
• Garnished beautifully with fresh cilantro for that fancy look

Ingredients

• 2 cups sweet corn (grilled or roasted)
• 4 cups of chopped chicken breast or shredded rotisserie chicken
• ½ finely chopped red onion
• ½ finely chopped red bell pepper
• ½ finely chopped green bell pepper
• ½ jalapeño finely chopped (remove seeds-unless of course u like lots of spice)
• ½ cup mayonnaise
• ½ cup crème fraîche (or Greek yogurt)
• ½ cup cotija cheese, crumbled
• Juice of 1 lime + zest
• ½ tsp chili powder
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp cumin
• 1–2 tsp hot honey
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro, finely chopped

If you are looking for the easiest way to chop your veggies you just gotta try this CHOPPER. I love this one, it works great and is so easy!

Instructions

1. Char the corn (Tip: you can also use frozen fire grilled corn)
   Grill or roast your corn until slightly blackened for that smoky flavor. Let cool.
2. Make the dressing
   In a large bowl, whisk together mayo, crème fraîche or greek yogurt, lime juice + zest, cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika.
3. Combine:
   Add the corn, jalapeno, red onion, bell peppers and chicken, toss until fully coated.
4. Elevate it:
   Fold in cotija cheese, and fresh chopped cilantro.
5. Finish:
   Drizzle with hot honey and sprinkle with extra cheese, chili powder, and fresh herbs.

Note: I found these two seasonings and they are amazing. (Season to taste). If you don’t have a Trader Joe’s grocery store near you, it’s ok! The seasonings in recipe above work beautifully and are tried and true!

How to Serve

Serve in a big beautiful white bowl and top with:

• Extra lime wedges
• A light dusting of chili powder
• Serve with lettuce cups for the perfect lettuce wraps!
• Serve with Frito’s Corn chips and make it as a fun dip!
• Use it in a sandwich or wrap.

Goes great alongside grilled shrimp skewers, steak, or as part of a delightful outdoor brunch spread.

Thanks for reading, This Fancy Elote Chicken Salad Is So Good, You’ll Make It All Summer. You will also enjoy my other favorite classic fancy chicken salad here.

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