Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsHickory Garden RestaurantGrilled Or Crispy Chicken Salad Recipe

Grilled Or Crispy Chicken Salad Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Crisp lettuce, chicken, shredded cheese, tomatoes, red onions, green peppers, and croutons.

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

Chicken

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Preheat your grill or oven to medium-high heat. Brush the chicken breasts with olive oil, and season both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

  2. 2

    Cook the Chicken

    For grilled chicken, place the chicken breasts on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). For crispy chicken, you can pan-fry the chicken in a skillet over medium heat for the same amount of time until golden brown and cooked through.

  3. 3

    Rest the Chicken

    Once cooked, remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into strips.

Assembling the Salad

  1. 4

    Prepare the Salad Base

    In a large salad bowl, add the romaine lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, and diced green bell pepper.

  2. 5

    Add Chicken and Toppings

    Top the salad with sliced chicken, shredded cheese, and croutons.

  3. 6

    Serve

    Toss the salad lightly to combine all ingredients. Serve immediately with your choice of dressing.

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