Fried Chicken Salad
Peanut-coated chicken breast strips, orange sections, and fresh mozzarella top this mixed greens dinner salad that's drizzled with balsamic vinaigrette.

Prep Time:
35 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
6 main-dish servings
Ingredients
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1/2 cup finely chopped peanuts
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3 tablespoons fine dry bread crumbs
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1 tablespoon snipped fresh basil
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1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
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4 medium skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (about 1 lb. total)
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2 tablespoons margarine or butter, melted
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2 tablespoons cooking oil
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8 cups torn mixed greens
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3 medium oranges, peeled and sectioned
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3 medium tomatoes, cored and cut into wedges
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8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices and quartered
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
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1 tablespoon snipped fresh basil
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
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1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Directions
1.
For coating mixture, in a shall dish combine peanuts, bread crumbs, 1 tablespoon basil, and 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper. Set aside. Rinse chicken; pat dry. Brush each breast half with margarine or butter. Dip in peanut mixture, pressing firmly to coat.
2.
In a large skillet cook the chicken breasts in hot oil over medium-low heat for 10 to 12 minutes or until an instant-read thermometer inserted near the center registers 170 degree F, turning once. Cool slightly. Cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices.
3.
Meanwhile, in a very large bowl combine greens, orange sections, tomato wedges, and cheese. In a screw-top jar combine olive oil or salad oil, balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon snipped fresh basil, salt, 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper, and freshly ground black pepper. Cover and shake well. Drizzle vinaigrette over all; toss to coat. Spoon salad onto large platter. Top with sliced chicken. Serve immediately. Makes 6 main-dish servings.
Nutrition information
Calories 437, Total Fat 30 g, Saturated Fat 8 g, Cholesterol 61 mg, Sodium 384 mg, Carbohydrate 15 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 29 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 0%, Vitamin C 53%, Calcium 24%, Iron 12%.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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