For extra crispy chicken, consider double-dredging: dip in egg, then breadcrumbs, then egg again, then breadcrumbs. Feel free to experiment with different seasonings for the chicken. Garlic powder, onion powder, or smoked paprika would all be delicious additions. If you prefer to bake the chicken, preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Place the breaded chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through. Add other vegetables as desired. Good options are cucumber, bell peppers, red onion, or avocado.
Fried Chicken Dinner Salad
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PREP TIME25 mins
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COOK TIME20 mins
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TOTAL TIME45 mins
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SERVING2 People
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VIEWS14
Transform your weeknight routine with this vibrant Fried Chicken Dinner Salad. Crispy, golden chicken tops a bed of fresh greens and colorful veggies, all brought together with your favorite creamy dressing. A delightful balance of textures and flavors in every bite!
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate56 g
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Cholesterol395 mg
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Fiber7 g
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Protein50 g
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Saturated Fat16 g
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Sodium1721 mg
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Sugar11 g
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Fat95 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
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StepIn a shallow dish, whisk the egg until well beaten. (1 minute)
02
StepIn a separate shallow dish, combine the Italian-seasoned bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese. Mix well. (1 minute)
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StepSeason the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning on both sides. Dip each chicken breast into the beaten egg, then dredge in the bread crumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure even coating. (5 minutes)
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StepHeat olive oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Carefully place the breaded chicken breasts in the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. (2 minutes)
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StepCook the chicken for approximately 10 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). (20 minutes)
06
StepRemove the cooked chicken from the skillet and place on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Once slightly cooled, slice the chicken into strips. (5 minutes)
07
StepDivide the chopped lettuce, tomato wedges, grated carrots, and halved hard-boiled eggs between two large bowls. (3 minutes)
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StepTop each salad with the sliced fried chicken and drizzle generously with your favorite salad dressing. Serve immediately and enjoy! (2 minutes)
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Romaine Welch
Jul 1, 2025The salad was a great choice for weeknight dinner.
Kenya Kuhn
Jun 27, 2025I didn't have Parmesan cheese, so I used nutritional yeast instead. It was still really good!
Mervin Lemke
Jun 24, 2025Next time I will try it with honey mustard dressing as suggested.
Rossie Champlin
Jun 12, 2025The chicken was so moist and delicious. Thanks for the recipe.
Clementine Schadenhilll
May 30, 2025Super easy and customizable!
Henri Ebert
May 26, 2025This was a great way to use leftover fried chicken! My kids loved it.
Ken Macejkovic
May 25, 2025So easy to customize with whatever veggies I have on hand.
Lucius Dibbert
May 24, 2025I added some avocado for extra creaminess. Delicious!
Hassie Cartwright
May 23, 2025I am not sure if the chicken pieces should be cold or warm when put into the salad.
Hunter Collins
May 20, 2025The Cajun seasoning gave it a nice kick. I'll definitely make this again.