Mediterranean Diet Crispy Fried Chicken Salad

Get ready to elevate your salad game with this Mediterranean Diet Crispy Fried Chicken Salad, a vibrant fusion of wholesome ingredients and bold flavors! Juicy chicken breast fillets are coated in a crispy, golden crust of whole wheat breadcrumbs and almond flour, seasoned with aromatic spices like coriander and cumin, then lightly pan-fried in heart-healthy olive oil for a guilt-free crunch. The chicken is served atop a bed of crisp mixed greens, refreshing cucumber, sweet cherry tomatoes, tangy red onion, creamy feta, and briny Kalamata olives. Drizzled with a zesty homemade lemon-honey Dijon dressing, this colorful, nutrient-packed salad makes for a satisfying lunch or light dinner that’s both Mediterranean diet-friendly and irresistibly delicious. Ideal for health enthusiasts craving a balanced yet indulgent meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

In a bowl, combine whole wheat breadcrumbs, almond flour, ground coriander, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well.

Step 3

In another bowl, beat the eggs until smooth.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

Add the crumbled feta cheese and kalamata olives to the salad mixture.

Step 8

In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, dijon mustard, honey, and garlic powder to create the dressing.

Step 9

Once the chicken is cooked, let it rest for a couple of minutes before slicing it into strips.

Step 10

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine. Arrange the sliced crispy chicken on top of the salad.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Mediterranean Diet Crispy Fried Chicken Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1444.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2455.2

Total Fat 144.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 717.1mg	0%
Sodium 4785.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 135.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.7g	0%
Total Sugars 23.5g
Protein 163.4g	0%

Vitamin D 94IU	0%
Calcium 916.2mg	0%
Iron 20.9mg	0%
Potassium 2488.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.1%

Protein: 26.2%

Carbs: 21.7%