Crispy Chicken Salad Recipe
baby greens, sesame noodles, tomatoes, crisp wonton, honey-dijon dressing
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Sesame Noodles
Honey-Dijon Dressing
Crispy Chicken
Method
Prepare the Chicken
- 1
Bread the Chicken
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with a beaten egg, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
- 2
Coat the Chicken
Dip each chicken breast in flour, shaking off excess. Then dip into the egg, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs. Ensure an even coating.
- 3
Fry the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the breaded chicken breasts and fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove and let drain on paper towels.
Cook the Sesame Noodles
- 4
Boil the Noodles
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti or chow mein noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- 5
Prepare the Sauce
In a large bowl, mix together sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and sesame seeds. Add the cooled noodles and toss until well coated.
Make the Honey-Dijon Dressing
- 6
Combine Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Assemble the Salad
- 7
Layer the Ingredients
In a large serving bowl, add baby greens, followed by the sesame noodles, halved cherry tomatoes, and crispy wonton strips.
- 8
Add Chicken
Slice the fried chicken breasts and arrange them on top of the salad.
- 9
Drizzle with Dressing
Drizzle the honey-Dijon dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine before serving.
