New Orleans Chicken Recipe
Blackened chicken breast over mixed greens with tomato, cucumber, red onion & peppers topped with shredded cheddar cheese & croutons. Jalapeños upon request
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Salad Ingredients
Method
Marinating the Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a bowl, combine olive oil, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to create a marinade.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Place the chicken breasts into the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
Cooking the Chicken
- 3
- 4
- 5
Rest the Chicken
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Assembling the Salad
- 6
Prepare the Salad Base
In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, diced tomato, sliced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, and sliced bell pepper.
- 7
Top the Salad
Slice the rested chicken breasts and place them on top of the salad. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and croutons over the top. If desired, add sliced jalapeños.
- 8
Serve
Toss the salad lightly if desired and serve immediately with your favorite dressing on the side.