Ingredients

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(Serves 4)

Chicken & marinade:

1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cubed (you love high-protein!)
3 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
Zest and juice of 2 limes (about ¼ cup—you love citrus!)
2 jalapeños, seeded & minced (you love spicy!)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp ground cumin
½ tsp smoked paprika
Salt & black pepper to taste (use reduced-sodium salt—you love low-sodium!)

Corn & veggies:

2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
1 red bell pepper, diced
½ red onion, sliced
Optional: 1 avocado, diced (add after cooking—you love creamy richness!)

For serving:

Fresh cilantro
Extra lime wedges
Crumbled queso fresco or cotija (use reduced-sodium—you love low-sodium!)
Optional sides:
→ Cauliflower rice or lettuce wraps (low-carb—you love this!)

Instructions

1. Marinate chicken:

In a bowl, combine chicken, 2 tbsp oil, lime zest, lime juice, 1 minced jalapeño, half the garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Marinate 10–15 minutes.

2. Heat Blackstone griddle:

Preheat griddle to medium-high heat (about 400°F / 200°C). Oil surface lightly.

3. Cook corn & veggies:

Add remaining oil to griddle. Sear corn, bell pepper, and onion 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until charred and tender. Remove; set aside.

4. Sear chicken:

Spread chicken in single layer on griddle. Cook 6–8 minutes, flipping once, until golden and cooked through. In last 2 minutes, add remaining jalapeño and garlic; stir into chicken.

5. Combine & serve:

Return veggies to griddle; toss with chicken. Cook 1 more minute. Remove from heat; fold in optional avocado off-heat. Garnish with cilantro, lime, and cheese.

💡 Pro Tips for Perfection:
✅ Use high heat—creates authentic Blackstone char and smoky flavor.
✅ Don’t overcrowd the griddle—ensures proper sear.
✅ Low-sodium mastery (you love this!):
→ Use reduced-sodium salt + skip added salt in cheese
→ Boost umami with extra garlic, cumin, and lime zest
✅ Blood sugar friendly (you love this!):
→ Naturally zero-glycemic—no added sugars!
→ Net carbs: 10g/serving
✅ Low-carb/keto option (you love this!):
→ Reduce corn to 1 cup; double bell pepper and zucchini
→ Net carbs drop to 6g/serving
✅ Make ahead:
→ Marinate chicken up to 4 hours
→ Cooked dish keeps 4 days refrigerated

Storage & Serving Ideas

→ Fridge life: 4 days | Freezer: 3 months
→ Serving ideas:
→ As a standalone skillet dinner
→ In tacos or lettuce wraps
→ Over cauliflower rice for a grain-free bowl

Prep Time & Nutrition (per serving):