This fried chicken dinner salad is a perfect blend of crispy fried chicken, fresh greens, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and a tangy lemon vinaigrette. It's a hearty and satisfying meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend lunch.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 6 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Dredge chicken breasts in flour, then dip in beaten eggs, and coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken breasts until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a large bowl, toss mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and avocado.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, mustard, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.
- Slice fried chicken and arrange on top of the salad. Drizzle with lemon vinaigrette.
- Serve the fried chicken dinner salad immediately and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Fried chicken is a popular Southern dish that dates back to the early 19th century.
Adding avocado to the salad gives it a creamy texture and healthy fats.
The lemon vinaigrette adds a refreshing and tangy flavor to the dish.