Delicious Fried Chicken Dinner Salad Recipe

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Delicious Fried Chicken Dinner Salad Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on June 29, 2024

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

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  2. Dredge chicken breasts in flour, then dip in beaten eggs, and coat with panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken breasts until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. In a large bowl, toss mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and avocado.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, mustard, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.
  6. Slice fried chicken and arrange on top of the salad. Drizzle with lemon vinaigrette.
  7. 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.