Walnut Crusted Chicken Salad Recipe
Mixed field greens topped with fried walnut crusted chicken breast, mandarin oranges, dried cranberries, red bell pepper, tomatoes, and candied walnuts. Served with honey Dijon dressing.
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Flatten the chicken breasts to an even thickness. Dip each breast into the beaten egg, then coat with a mixture of chopped walnuts and bread crumbs, pressing firmly to adhere.
- 2
Cook the Chicken
Heat a skillet over medium heat with a little oil. Fry the walnut-crusted chicken breasts for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a baking dish and finish cooking in the oven for 10-12 minutes.
- 3
Prepare the Salad
In a large bowl, combine mixed field greens, mandarin oranges, dried cranberries, sliced red bell pepper, diced tomatoes, and candied walnuts.
- 4
Assemble the Salad
Once the chicken is cooked, slice it and place it on top of the salad. Drizzle with honey Dijon dressing before serving.