Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsComo Smoke and FireChicken Tender Salad Recipe

Chicken Tender Salad Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

A mixture of Romaine and head lettuce accompanied with tomatoes, cucumbers, cheese, red onions, croutons and topped off with crispy chicken tenders. Served with your choice of dressing.

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

Method

Prepare Salad Base

  1. 1

    Chop the Lettuce

    Wash and chop the Romaine and head lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Place them in a large salad bowl.

  2. 2

    Add Vegetables

    Dice the tomatoes and cucumbers, and thinly slice the red onion. Add these ingredients to the bowl with the lettuce.

  3. 3

    Add Cheese and Croutons

    Sprinkle the shredded cheese and croutons over the salad mixture.

Prepare Chicken Tenders

  1. 4

    Prepare Chicken

    Cut the chicken breast into strips to create tenders.

  2. 5

    Set Up Breading Station

    In three separate bowls, place flour, beaten egg, and breadcrumbs mixed with salt and pepper.

  3. 6

    Bread the Chicken

    Dip each chicken strip into flour, then into the egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.

  4. 7

    Fry the Chicken

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the breaded chicken tenders, cooking for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Assemble Salad

  1. 8

    Combine and Serve

    Place the crispy chicken tenders on top of the salad. Drizzle with your choice of dressing and serve immediately.

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