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Easy Crispy Chicken Salad Recipe

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients:
  • - 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • - 1 pound chicken tenderloins
  • - 6 to 8 cups spring greens or romaine lettuce
  • - 1.5 cups seasoned breadcrumbs
  • - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • - 1 cup white all-purpose flour
  • - 1 egg
  • - ⅓ cup finely grated parmesan cheese
  • - 2 cups finely shredded cabbage
  • - 2 cups finely shredded kale
  • - Cherry tomatoes
  • - Cucumbers
  • - Feta cheese
  • - Red onion
  • - Olive oil extra virgin
  • - Salt

Instructions
 

  • Cooking Instructions:
  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • In a shallow bowl, combine the seasoned breadcrumbs, panko breadcrumbs, and grated parmesan cheese.
  • In another bowl, whisk the egg until well beaten.
  • In a third bowl, place the all-purpose flour and season with salt.
  • Take each piece of chicken and first coat it in the flour, shaking off any excess.
  • Next, dip it into the beaten egg, allowing any excess egg to drip off, and finally coat it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
  • Place the coated chicken pieces on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown, flipping halfway through for even cooking.
  • While the chicken is baking, prepare the salad by combining the spring greens, shredded cabbage, shredded kale, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onion in a large bowl. Toss gently to mix.
  • Once the chicken is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing it into strips.
  • Add the crispy chicken on top of the salad and sprinkle with feta cheese.
  • Serve immediately, drizzled with your favorite dressing or a simple olive oil and vinegar mixture. Crispy chicken can be used in salads, wraps, or as a snack, making it a versatile option for meal prep.
  • For extra tips, remember that you can adjust the seasoning in the breadcrumb mixture to suit your taste.
  • Fresh herbs like parsley or basil can also be added for an extra layer of flavor.
  • If you prefer a lighter option, consider grilling the chicken instead of baking it.
  • Enjoy your delicious and healthy crispy chicken salad!