Description
A delightful twist on a classic dish, this salad features crispy chicken, rich Caesar dressing, and fresh greens, perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240g) full fat Mayonnaise
- ⅓ cup (30g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 Anchovy Fillets
- 2 tablespoons Milk (preferably whole milk)
- 1 Lemon, juice only
- 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 small clove of Garlic
- ¼ teaspoon Salt
- ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
- 2 Chicken Breasts (7-9oz/200-250g each)
- 1 cup (65g) Panko Breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup (40g) All-purpose Flour
- 2 Eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- Mash anchovy fillets with a fork until a paste forms. Add mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, ¼ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper, and 2 tablespoons milk. Whisk until smooth and creamy. Cover and refrigerate.
- Set up a dredging station with three shallow dishes. Fill the first with all-purpose flour. Whisk eggs with 1 tablespoon of water in the second. In the third, combine panko breadcrumbs with 1 teaspoon salt.
- Pat chicken breasts dry. If thick, pound to even thickness. Dredge each breast in flour, then dip in egg wash, and finally coat generously with seasoned panko breadcrumbs, pressing to adhere.
- Heat ½ inch of neutral oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Carefully place breaded chicken breasts in the oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 4-6 minutes per side, until golden brown, crispy, and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
- Remove chicken from skillet and place on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain excess oil and maintain crispiness. Let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Slice the rested chicken breasts into strips. Toss crisp lettuce with chilled Caesar dressing. Arrange lettuce in bowls, top with sliced chicken, and sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken breasts in a little lemon juice and garlic before breading. Use fresh romaine lettuce for the best crunch. Don’t skip the anchovy fillets; they add a unique depth to the Caesar dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Chicken, Caesar Salad, Crispy Chicken