Crispy Flavor-Packed Chicken & Salad Recipes
Crispy Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Fresh Garden Salad
Description
Juicy chicken coated in a crunchy garlic-parmesan crust, pan-fried until golden and served with a refreshing garden salad tossed in a light lemon dressing. This meal is high in protein, flavorful, and perfect for lunch or dinner.
Time Required
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
For Crispy Chicken
2 chicken breasts (halved or 4 fillets)
1 cup breadcrumbs
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 egg
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp paprika
3 tbsp oil for frying
For Fresh Salad
2 cups lettuce (chopped)
1 cucumber (sliced)
1 tomato (chopped)
½ onion (thin sliced)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare Chicken
Beat egg in a bowl.
Mix breadcrumbs, parmesan, garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika in another bowl.
Dip chicken in egg → coat with breadcrumb mixture.
Step 2: Cook Chicken
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
Cook chicken 5–6 minutes per side until crispy and golden.
Ensure internal temperature reaches 75°C.
Step 3: Prepare Salad
Combine lettuce, cucumber, tomato, and onion.
Add olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Toss well.
Step 4: Serve
Slice crispy chicken and serve with fresh salad.
Questions & Answers
How do I make it extra crispy?
Use panko breadcrumbs and don’t overcrowd the pan.
Can I bake instead of fry?
Yes — bake at 200°C for 20–25 minutes.
How to store leftovers?
Refrigerate up to 3 days. Reheat chicken in oven for crispiness.
Crispy Spicy Chicken Salad Bowl
Description
Crunchy spicy chicken strips served over a colorful salad with creamy yogurt dressing. Perfect balance of heat, freshness, and texture.
Time Required
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
For Spicy Crispy Chicken
300g chicken strips
1 cup flour
1 tsp chili powder
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 egg
Oil for frying
For Salad Bowl
2 cups mixed greens
1 carrot (grated)
½ cup cabbage (shredded)
½ cup corn (boiled)
½ avocado (optional)
Creamy Dressing
½ cup yogurt
1 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tsp lemon juice
Salt and pepper
Instructions
Step 1: Coat Chicken
Mix flour, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Dip chicken in egg → coat in flour mixture.
Step 2: Fry
Heat oil and fry chicken until crispy and golden (4–5 minutes).
Drain on paper towel.
Step 3: Make Dressing
Mix yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Step 4: Assemble Bowl
Add greens, carrot, cabbage, corn, and avocado to bowl.
Top with crispy chicken.
Drizzle dressing and serve.
Questions & Answers
Can I air fry the chicken?
Yes — air fry at 200°C for 12–15 minutes.
Is this recipe healthy?
Yes — high protein and packed with fresh vegetables.
How to make less spicy?
Reduce chili powder or replace with paprika.