Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsRuth Ann's RestaurantFried Chicken Salad Recipe

Fried Chicken Salad Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Fried Chicken

Method

Fried Chicken

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    In a bowl, combine the buttermilk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Add the chicken breasts, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.

  2. 2

    Dredge the Chicken

    In a shallow dish, place the all-purpose flour. Remove the chicken from the buttermilk mixture and let excess drip off. Dredge each piece in flour, coating well.

  3. 3

    Fry the Chicken

    In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken pieces, cooking for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels.

Salad Assembly

  1. 4

    Prepare the Vegetables

    While the chicken is frying, wash and chop the salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and avocado. Slice the cucumber and red onion thinly, and dice the avocado.

  2. 5

    Assemble the Salad

    In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and avocado. Crumble the feta cheese on top.

  3. 6

    Dress the Salad

    In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving.

  4. 7

    Serve with Fried Chicken

    Once the chicken has cooled slightly, slice it into strips and place it on top of the assembled salad. Serve immediately.

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