Fried Chicken Salad Recipe
Fried chicken salad dressing.
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Dressing Ingredients
Method
Preparation of Fried Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Start by seasoning the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- 2
Breading Process
Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with bread crumbs. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in the beaten eggs, and finally coat with bread crumbs.
- 3
Fry the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the breaded chicken breasts and fry for 6-8 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and let cool on a paper towel.
Salad Assembly
- 4
Prepare the Vegetables
While the chicken is cooling, wash and chop the lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
- 5
Assemble the Salad
In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and red onion. Toss lightly to mix.
- 6
Slice the Chicken
Once the chicken has cooled, slice it into strips and place it on top of the salad.
Dressing Preparation
- 7
Mix the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- 8
Serve
Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately.
