Italian Crispy Chicken Salad
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This Italian crispy chicken salad is one of my favorite go to meals when I want something wholesome but don't have hours to spend in the kitchen. The whole thing comes together in just 45 minutes, and honestly, most of that is hands off cooking time. What I love most is how versatile it is, plus it's genuinely budget friendly since you're probably already stocking most of these ingredients. The fresh vegetables give you tons of nutrients and fiber, especially those colorful bell peppers and zucchini, while the crispy seasoned chicken keeps everything satisfying. Toss in some creamy feta and crunchy croutons and you've got a restaurant quality dish that tastes like you spent all day cooking.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 400chicken breast
- 250 mlolive oil
- 150 mlbalsamic vinegar
- 20 gitalian seasoning
- 10 gsalt
- 5 gblack pepper
- 200 gcarrots
- 200 gzucchini
- 200 gred bell pepper
- 100 gonion
- 150 gfeta cheese(crumbled)
- 20 gfresh parsley(chopped)
- 100 gcroutons
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400²F).
- 2
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Tip: Pat dry with paper towels before baking.
- 3
Toss the chicken with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and chopped parsley.
Tip: Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- 4
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the chicken pieces in a single layer.
Tip: Bake for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through.
- 5
While the chicken is baking, slice the carrots, zucchini, and red bell pepper into thin strips.
Tip: Toss with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- 6
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the sliced vegetables. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until tender.
Tip: Season with salt and black pepper.
- 7
In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, croutons, and chopped onion.
Tip: Toss with the vegetable mixture.
- 8
Crumb the feta cheese and sprinkle over the salad.
Tip: Serve immediately.
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