Description

Crispy Chicken Salad is a delightful blend of crunchy textures and vibrant flavors, making it the perfect dish for any occasion. This salad features succulent, crispy chicken pieces paired with fresh vegetables like avocado, tomatoes, and mixed greens, all drizzled with a zesty homemade dressing. Its versatility allows you to enjoy it as a light lunch or a hearty dinner that will satisfy everyone at the table.

Ingredients

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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup buttermilk
1 large egg
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup tempura batter mix
1 tablespoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons Slap Ya Mama seasoning
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1–2 cups vegetable oil
3 ripe avocados, diced
8 strips Applewood bacon, cooked until crispy
1 cup grape tomatoes, sliced in half
1/2 cup red onion, diced small
1–2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
3 cups iceberg lettuce, cut into bite-size pieces
3 cups romaine lettuce, cut into bite-size pieces
3 cups leafy green lettuce, cut into bite-size pieces
1/2 cup Dijon mustard or yellow mustard
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

Set up your breading station: Combine flour and spices in one bowl, whisk buttermilk and egg in another, and place panko breadcrumbs in a third.
Coat chicken pieces in flour, dip into the buttermilk mixture, then roll in panko breadcrumbs until fully covered.
Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Cook chicken pieces in batches for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
In a large bowl, combine diced avocados, crispy bacon, sliced tomatoes, diced red onion, shredded cheese, and mixed lettuce. Toss gently to mix.
Whisk together mustard, olive oil, lemon juice, honey, garlic powder, and black pepper for the dressing.
Top the salad with crispy chicken pieces and drizzle with dressing just before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
Calories: 620
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 950mg
Fat: 39g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 25g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 9g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 110mg