French Crispy Chicken Salad
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
Let me share one of my favorite go to meals that comes together in under an hour. This French Crispy Chicken Salad is perfect for those nights when you want something that feels a bit fancy but doesn't require much fuss. The beauty of this dish is how quickly you can have it on the table, making it ideal for busy weeknights. Fresh lettuce and carrots packed with vitamins and fiber keep you feeling satisfied without weighing you down, while the crispy bacon and homemade French dressing make every bite absolutely delicious. It's simple enough for a weeknight dinner yet impressive enough to serve to guests.
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Ingredients
- 400chicken breast
- 200lettuce
- 120bacon
- 150carrots
- 100onion
- 120mayonnaise
- 60dijon mustard
- 60apple cider vinegar
- 20chopped fresh herbs
- 80croutons
- 100french dressing
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400¿aF). Season the chicken breast with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Tip: Pat dry the chicken with paper towels before baking.
- 2
Cut the chicken breast into 1-inch pieces and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Tip: Bake the chicken until crispy on the outside and cooked through.
- 3
Toss the lettuce, bacon, carrots, and onion in a large bowl.
Tip: Use a large bowl to toss the salad to prevent lettuce from getting soggy.
- 4
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar.
Tip: Adjust the dressing to taste.
- 5
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
Tip: Add chopped fresh herbs for extra flavor.
- 6
Sprinkle croutons over the salad.
Tip: Use store-bought croutons or make your own.
- 7
Pour french dressing over the salad.
Tip: Drizzle the french dressing over the salad to finish.
- 8
Assemble the salad by placing the chicken on top of the salad.
Tip: Garnish with additional chopped fresh herbs if desired.
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