Fried Chicken Salad Recipe
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Ingredients
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For the Fried Chicken
For the Salad
Method
For the Fried Chicken
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, combine the buttermilk, salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Add the chicken breasts to the mixture, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for best results).
- 2
Prepare the Coating
In a separate bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Fry the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the buttermilk marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each piece in the seasoned flour mixture, pressing firmly to adhere. Carefully place the chicken in the hot oil and fry for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
For the Salad
- 5
Prepare the Salad Ingredients
While the chicken is frying, wash and dry the mixed salad greens. Halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber, peel and slice the avocado, and thinly slice the red onion.
- 6
Assemble the Salad
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, and red onion. Toss gently to mix.
- 7
Add the Fried Chicken
Once the chicken has cooled slightly, slice it into strips and place it on top of the salad.
- 8
Dress the Salad
Drizzle your favorite salad dressing over the top of the salad. Toss gently to combine.