Fried Chicken Parmesan Salad
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Fried Chicken Parmesan Salad
Description
Fried Chicken Parmesan Salad prepares chicken breast halves that are seasoned, dipped in eggs, and coated with a seasoned breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture before cooking in an air fryer. Air frying creates a crispy crust on the chicken while keeping the inside tender and juicy. After cooking, the chicken is cooled slightly and sliced thinly to top the salad.
The salad features mixed greens dressed with a vinaigrette made from extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, oregano, salt, and pepper, which adds a bright and tangy flavor contrast to the rich, savory chicken. Shaved Parmesan Cheese is added on top to enhance the Parmesan flavor from the breading.
This salad works well as a light lunch or dinner providing protein and fresh greens in one dish. The use of an air fryer means the chicken is less oily than traditional fried versions but still retains a crisp coating.
The recipe notes mention an option to substitute gluten-free breadcrumbs for dietary needs.
Ingredients
For The Chicken:
- 2 chicken breast halved horizontal
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 2 egg large
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
For the salad:
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- lemon plus lemon wedge for garnish, juice of 1
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ¼ teaspoon oregano
- kosher salt
- black pepper
- mixed greens
- Parmesan Cheese shaved
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Place the eggs in one bowl. Stir together the panko breadcrumbs, parmesan, paprika and garlic powder in a second bowl.
- Dip the chicken in the eggs, rotating to evenly coat the chicken. Next, dredge chicken into the breadcrumb mixture to evenly coat, ensuring none of the chicken is exposed. Place on a wire rack and spray generously with the cooking spray.
- Transfer the chicken to the air fryer until golden brown and cooked through, 4 minutes per side. Remove from the air fryer and allow to cool enough to handle. Then slice into thin strips.
- While the chicken is cooking, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dijon mustard, salt and pepper.
- Serve the sliced chicken parmesan over greens with the vinaigrette and shaved parmesan cheese.
Notes
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs if avoiding gluten in the chicken coating.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 438 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 438kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 34g | 68% |
| Fat | 28g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 16g | 80% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 165mg | 55% |
| Sodium | 486mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 517mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 510IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 189mg | 19% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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