Description
Fried Chicken Salad is a delightful dish that combines crispy fried chicken, vibrant mixed greens, and a tangy ranch dressing. This refreshing salad is perfect for any occasion, from picnics to family gatherings, offering a satisfying crunch in every bite. With customizable ingredients, you can easily tailor it to your taste. Experience the joy of this flavor-packed salad that will undoubtedly become a new favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 4 cups mixed salad greens (romaine, spinach, arugula)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
Instructions
- Marinate chicken breasts in buttermilk for at least 1 hour or overnight for best flavor.
- In a bowl, mix flour with seasonings (like paprika and garlic powder). Dredge marinated chicken in the seasoned flour.
- Heat oil to 350?F (175?C) in a deep skillet. Fry chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- Assemble salads with mixed greens and cherry tomatoes on plates.
- Slice cooled chicken into strips and place on top of the salads.
- Drizzle ranch dressing just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (about 450g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 95mg