Mediterranean Diet Crispy Fried Chicken Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Mediterranean Diet Crispy Fried Chicken Salad that combines the bold, fresh flavors of the Mediterranean with crispy, golden chicken perfection. Tender chicken breast fillets are coated in a wholesome blend of whole wheat breadcrumbs and almond flour, seasoned with earthy spices like ground coriander and cumin, then pan-fried in extra virgin olive oil for a crunchy yet light finish. Tossed with a mix of crisp salad greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, tangy feta cheese, and briny kalamata olives, this salad is bursting with texture and flavor. A zesty homemade dressing featuring lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey ties everything together beautifully. Ready in just 35 minutes, this Mediterranean-inspired dish is a healthy and satisfying option that’s perfect for lunch or dinner. Keywords: Mediterranean Diet, crispy fried chicken, easy salad recipe, healthy meal, Mediterranean salad dressing.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breast fillets
- 1 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup almond flour
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 medium cucumber
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 small red onion
- 0.5 cup feta cheese
- 0.5 cup kalamata olives
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
Start by preparing the chicken. Pat the chicken breast fillets dry with paper towels, then season both sides with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
In a bowl, combine whole wheat breadcrumbs, almond flour, ground coriander, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
In another bowl, beat the eggs until smooth.
Dip each chicken fillet into the beaten eggs, ensuring they are completely coated, then dredge in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing down to adhere the coating.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, place the breaded chicken fillets in the skillet, cooking for approximately 6-7 minutes on each side or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
While the chicken cooks, prepare the salad. Slice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the red onion, and mix with the salad greens in a large bowl.
Add the crumbled feta cheese and kalamata olives to the salad mixture.
In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, dijon mustard, honey, and garlic powder to create the dressing.
Once the chicken is cooked, let it rest for a couple of minutes before slicing it into strips.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine. Arrange the sliced crispy chicken on top of the salad.
Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Mediterranean Diet Crispy Fried Chicken Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2455 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 144.5 g | 185% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.8 g | 149% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 717 mg | 239% | |
| Sodium | 4785 mg | 208% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 135.2 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.7 g | 113% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.5 g | ||
| Protein | 163.4 g | 327% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 916 mg | 70% | |
| Iron | 20.9 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 2488 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
