Toppings Recipe
Make Toppings Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Fresh Vegetables
Cheeses
Proteins
Dressings and Sauces
Method
Prepare Fresh Vegetables
- 1
Wash and Chop Vegetables
Rinse the cherry tomatoes under cold water and halve them. Peel the cucumber, cut it in half lengthwise, and then slice it into half-moons. Peel the red onion and slice it thinly. Remove the stem and seeds from the bell pepper, then chop it into small pieces.
Prepare Cheeses
- 2
Prepare Cheese
Crumble the feta cheese into small pieces with your fingers or a fork. Place the shredded cheddar cheese in a bowl if it is not already packaged that way.
Cook Proteins
- 3
Cook Chicken
If using raw chicken breast, season it with salt and pepper and grill it over medium heat for about 6-7 minutes per side or until fully cooked. Let it rest for a few minutes, then slice it into strips. If using pre-cooked grilled chicken, simply slice it into strips.
- 4
Prepare Bacon Bits
If using raw bacon, cook it in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, then crumble it into bits. If using pre-packaged bacon bits, measure out the required amount.
Mix Dressings and Assemble
- 5
Prepare Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and balsamic vinegar until well combined.
- 6
Assemble Toppings
In a large bowl, combine all the prepared vegetables, crumbled feta, shredded cheddar, grilled chicken, and bacon bits. Drizzle the dressing over the top and toss lightly to combine everything. Serve with ranch dressing on the side.
