Southern Fried Chicken Tender Salad Recipe

Time45m

Serves4

Fresh greens topped with tomatoes, cucumbers, bacon, eggs, shredded mozzarella, Double Dogs homemade croutons and crispy fried chicken tenders.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Vegetables
Rinse the fresh mixed greens under cold water and dry them thoroughly using a salad spinner or paper towels. Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and set aside. Peel and slice the cucumber into thin rounds.
2
Cook the Bacon
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and place on a paper towel to drain excess grease. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into bite-sized pieces.
3
Prepare the Eggs
Peel the hard-boiled eggs and slice them into quarters or chop them into smaller pieces, depending on your preference.
4
Fry the Chicken Tenders
In a large bowl, season the chicken tenders with salt and pepper. In a separate bowl, mix 1 cup of flour, 1 tsp of salt, and 1 tsp of pepper. Dip each chicken tender in the flour mixture, then into beaten eggs, and back into the flour mixture. Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the coated chicken tenders for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
5
Assemble the Salad
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, crumbled bacon, hard-boiled eggs, and shredded mozzarella cheese. Toss gently to mix the ingredients.
6
Add Croutons and Chicken Tenders
Top the salad with homemade croutons and the crispy fried chicken tenders. Serve immediately with your choice of dressing.