Fried Chicken Salad
Try our Fried Chicken Salad for a unique twist on traditional salads. This dish features crispy fried chicken mixed with fresh vegetables, tomatoes, eggs, and bacon, all tossed with your choice of dressing. It stands out from regular salads due to its combination of textures and flavors. The recipe is super easy and perfect for busy nights, requiring only 15 minutes of preparation and 10 minutes of cooking time. The key to this salad is balancing the crispy chicken with the varied colors and tastes of the vegetables. It’s suitable for various occasions, including quick lunches, family dinners, or social gatherings. Customize the salad with additional ingredients like cheese, different types of greens, or avocado slices to personalize your meal.
Why You’ll Love This Fried Chicken Salad Recipe
- Delightfully Crunchy: Enjoy the contrast of crispy fried chicken with the crisp freshness of vegetables.
- Perfect Mix: Find the ideal mix of savory chicken and cool, crisp salad flavors with every mouthful.
- Fast to Make: Prepare a tasty meal quickly with only 15 minutes of preparation and 10 minutes of cooking time, ideal for hectic schedules.
- Adaptable Recipe: Suitable for both gluten-free and regular diets, so everyone can enjoy.
- Great for Everyone: A hit among both children and adults, making it a great option for family meals or social events.
Ingredients Needed To Make This Fried Chicken Salad Recipe
Fried Chicken
- Chicken tenders
- Gluten-free breadcrumbs (or substitute with panko)
- Cornstarch
- Egg + water (mixed)
- Vegetable oil
- Kosher salt
Salad
- Romaine lettuce, chopped
- Roma tomato, diced
- Hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- Cooked bacon, chopped
- Fresh peas
- Optional: Shredded cheese
- Dressings: Ranch and Honey Mustard
How To Make Fried Chicken Salad Recipe
Fried Chicken
- In three separate bowls, set up cornstarch, egg wash, and breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Dredge chicken: first in cornstarch, then egg wash, and finally in breadcrumbs.
- Cook each side for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Place it on a paper-lined plate and sprinkle with kosher salt.
Salad
- Chop the fried chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, assemble romaine lettuce, diced tomato, chopped hard-boiled eggs, bacon, fresh peas, and optional shredded cheese.
- Top the salad with chopped fried chicken.
- Serve with your choice of dressings – ranch and honey mustard work well.
Variations & Substitutions
- Experiment with different greens like spinach or mixed salad greens.
- Add avocado slices for creaminess.
- Try different cheeses such as feta or blue cheese for a unique flavor.
Commonly Asked Questions
Can I use regular breadcrumbs instead of gluten-free?
Yes, you can substitute regular breadcrumbs or panko if gluten-free is not a concern.
Can I use a different cooking oil for frying?
Absolutely, feel free to use your preferred cooking oil.
Any tips for making the salad ahead of time?
Prepare all components separately and assemble just before serving to maintain freshness.
Fried Chicken Salad
Equipment
- Measuring cups/spoons
- Skillet
- Three bowls for dredging
- Paper-lined plate
Ingredients
Fried Chicken
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs or substitute with panko
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 egg + 1/2 cup water mixed
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
Salad
- 2 heads of romaine lettuce chopped
- 1 Roma tomato diced
- 4 hard-boiled eggs chopped
- 4 strips of cooked bacon chopped
- ½ cup fresh peas
- Optional: shredded cheese
- Dressings: Ranch and Honey Mustard
Instructions
Fried Chicken
- In three separate bowls, set up cornstarch, egg wash, and breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Dredge chicken: first in cornstarch, then egg wash, and finally in breadcrumbs.
- Cook each side for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Place it on a paper-lined plate and sprinkle with kosher salt.
Salad
- Chop the fried chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, assemble romaine lettuce, diced tomato, chopped hard-boiled eggs, bacon, fresh peas, and optional shredded cheese.
- Top the salad with chopped fried chicken.
- Serve with your choice of dressings – ranch and honey mustard work well.
Notes
- Experiment with different greens like spinach or mixed salad greens.
- Add avocado slices for creaminess.
- Try different cheeses such as feta or blue cheese for a unique flavor.
