Best 10 Crispy Chicken Strip Salad Recipes

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Do you want to eat healthy while also enjoying the delicious taste of crispy chicken? Look no further than this guide to cooking the ultimate crispy chicken strip salad. In this article, we will explore the secrets to making perfectly crispy chicken strips, as well as providing you with a variety of fresh and flavorful salad recipes that will perfectly complement your chicken. Whether you're looking for a light and refreshing lunch option or a hearty and satisfying dinner, we have the perfect crispy chicken strip salad recipe for you.

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CRISPY CHICKEN SALAD



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This Crispy Chicken Salad is so easy to make at home and tastes just like the version from Friendly's! Serve it with honey mustard and fried chicken strips over lettuce with tomatoes, hard boiled eggs, cheese, and crispy tortilla strips!

Provided by Stephanie

Categories     Main Course     Salad

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 small boneless skinless Chicken Breast (see notes)
1 egg
½ cup all-purpose flour
3 Tablespoons breadcrumbs (Italian or Panko)
¾ teaspoon seasoned salt
¼ teaspoon paprika
1 pinch cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 cup vegetable oil (or canola)
5 Cherry Tomatoes
1 Egg
1 ½ cups Iceberg Lettuce (preferably a mix with carrots and red cabbage)
¼ cup Cheddar Cheese (shredded)
¼ Monterey Jack Cheese (shredded)
2 Tablespoons honey mustard
1/3 cup Tri-Colored Tortilla Strips

Steps:

  • Prep Work: Whisk 1 egg in a small bowl and set aside.
  • Combine the flour, breadcrumbs, and seasonings on a plate and set aside.
  • Cut the chicken breast in half to create 2 thinner pieces of equal size. Slice each half into strips about ½ inch thick. Note that they will plump up slightly when cooked.
  • Bread the Chicken: Pat the strips completely dry and dip them in the whisked egg. Use your fingers to slide off the excess, if it's too wet it will leak through the breading. Transfer to the breading mixture and coat generously. Give each one an extra dip in the breading right before frying.
  • Frying: Heat 1 cup of vegetable oil in a 10-inch cast iron skillet. If possible, use an oil thermometer to wait until the oil reaches 350 degrees.
  • Once the oil is heated, carefully add the chicken strips, leaving space around each one so that they don't touch each other. You'll need to fry in batches. Use kitchen tongs to carefully turn the chicken over once the first side is golden brown, 3-4 minutes per side.
  • Set fried chicken aside on a cooling rack to keep it crispy underneath. Add more chicken to the pan as soon as you take some out.
  • Submerge the eggs in 2 inches of cool water in a pot on the stove-top. Gradually bring them to a boil.
  • Once the boil is reached, cover the pot and remove them from the heat. Let them sit for 12 minutes.
  • Peel, and slice in half or in fourths.
  • Add the lettuce to a large plate or salad bowl. Top with tomatoes, hard boiled eggs, and cheese.
  • Slice the chicken strips into bite-sized pieces and sprinkle them on top.
  • Drizzle with honey mustard, top with tortilla strips, and serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 691 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 51 g, Fat 39 g, SaturatedFat 22 g, Cholesterol 403 mg, Sodium 920 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CRISPY CHICKEN STRIP SALAD



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Serve this attractive main-dish salad for a luncheon with friends, and you're sure to win raves. Well-seasoned chicken strips, raspberries and candied pecans top a bed of fresh greens flavored with a fruity vinaigrette.-Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup pecan halves
2 tablespoons sugar
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon or 2 teaspoons dried tarragon
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
2 large eggs
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch strips
2 tablespoons canola oil
4 cups spring mix salad greens
1 cup torn Bibb or Boston lettuce
1/2 cup raspberry vinaigrette
2 cups fresh or frozen unsweetened raspberries

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, melt butter. Add pecans and cook over medium heat until nuts are toasted, about 4 minutes. Sprinkle with sugar. Cook and stir for 2-4 minutes or until sugar is melted. Transfer to a greased foil-lined baking sheet; cool completely., In a large resealable bag, combine the flour, tarragon and lemon zest. In a shallow bowl, beat the eggs. Add chicken strips to flour mixture in batches; seal and shake to coat. Dip in eggs, then return to bag and coat again. , In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chicken in oil for 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink., Break the pecans apart. Toss the greens and lettuce with vinaigrette; arrange on individual plates. Top with raspberries, chicken strips and pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 508 calories, Fat 38g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 114mg cholesterol, Sodium 326mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CRISPY CHICKEN STRIPS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 pounds raw chicken breast tenders
1/4 to 1/2 cup buttermilk
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 to 3 teaspoons seasoned salt, such as Lawry's Seasoned Salt, or spices of your choosing
Vegetable oil
Dipping sauce, for serving

Steps:

  • Submerge the chicken strips in the buttermilk for 15 to 20 minutes (or longer if you'd like).
  • In another bowl, combine the flour and seasoning salt (or other seasonings if you prefer). Mix this together well. Next, gradually drizzle 1/4 to 1/2 cup of the buttermilk into the flour mixture and stir lightly with a fork as you add it to achieve clumps.
  • Heat about 1 inch vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-low to medium heat.
  • Remove a few of the buttermilk-soaked chicken strips and place them in the flour mixture, turning them over to coat thoroughly. Place them on a plate. Continue coating the chicken strips until they are all ready to cook.
  • When the oil is sufficiently heated, begin cooking the strips a few at a time. Cook them for about a minute and a half or so on each side. When golden and crispy and the chicken is done, remove them to a paper-towel-lined plate. Do not allow them to burn.
  • Serve with your favorite dipping sauce. Yum!

SALAD WITH CRISPY CHICKEN STRIPS



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The Salad with Crispy Chicken Strips recipe out of our category Chicken! EatSmarter has over 80,000 healthy & delicious recipes online. Try them out!

Provided by EAT SMARTER

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 sm head Iceberg lettuce
2 Pineapple (canned)
1 Red Bell pepper
2 Tbsps White vinegar
3 Tbsps Whipped cream
0.5 tsp Curry powder
0.5 tsp sugar
salt
peppers (freshly ground)
4 Chicken breasts (each 150 grams)
3 Tbsps Pastry flour
breadcrumbs (3 tablespoons)
Sesame seeds (3 tablespoons)
1 egg
1 Tbsp clarified butter

Steps:

  • Rinse the lettuce, separate into leaves, spin dry and cut into wide strips. Drain pineapple (reserving 3-4 tablespoons of the juice) and cut into small pieces. Trim bell pepper, rinse, remove seeds and cut into thin strips.
  • Mix vinegar with cream, ground curry and pineapple juice. Season with sugar, salt and pepper and mix with the salad ingredients.
  • Mix breadcrumbs and sesame seeds. Cut chicken into wide strips and season with salt and pepper. Then dredge successively in flour, beaten egg and the sesame seed mixture.
  • Fry chicken strips in clarified butter for 2-3 minutes on each side. Serve salad with the chicken strips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301.93 kcal, Fat 11.27 g, SaturatedFat 5.56 g, Protein 30.31 g, Carbohydrate 18.15 g, Sugar 0.52 g, Cholesterol 134.09 mg

CRISPY CHICKEN STRIPS



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Serve these family-friendly crunchy chicken bites with carrot salad, tomato sauce and a baked potato. Use panko breadcrumbs if you can, as they're larger and crisper

Provided by Lulu Grimes

Categories     Dinner, Supper

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

150ml buttermilk , or skimmed milk mixed with 2 tsp lemon juice then left for 5 mins
2 large skinless chicken breasts or 4 small pieces pork escalope
50g panko breadcrumbs
1 tbsp rapeseed oil
2 tbsp ketchup
1 tsp soy sauce
½ tsp white wine vinegar
2 large or 4 small carrots (about 300g), peeled and grated
½ lemon , juiced
1 tbsp olive oil
baked potatoes , to serve

Steps:

  • Pour the buttermilk into a wide, shallow bowl. Cut each chicken breast in half horizontally and pat dry with kitchen paper. Turn them over in the buttermilk, leave in the dish and chill for 1 hr. Meanwhile, for the salad, mix the carrot with the lemon juice and olive oil. Mix the sauce ingredients together in another bowl and set both aside.
  • Heat a large, non-stick frying pan, tip in the breadcrumbs and toast in the dry pan for 2-3 mins until pale brown, stirring regularly so they don't burn. Tip into a bowl and break up any large clumps.
  • Heat oven to 230C/210C fan/gas 8. Tip the crumbs onto a large plate, then lift the chicken breasts from the buttermilk, and roll them in the crumbs, making sure they are coated evenly.
  • Heat ½ tbsp of oil in a non-stick frying pan. Fry the chicken for 1-2 mins over a medium-high heat, then turn it over, adding the rest of the oil and fry for 1 min more.
  • Transfer the chicken to a baking sheet and bake for 5 mins, then rest for 5 mins and cut into strips. Serve the chicken and the carrot salad with the sauce and baked potatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 calories, Fat 7 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 18 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 21 grams protein, Sodium 0.7 milligram of sodium

CHICKEN STRIP SALAD



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Pretty chicken strips top this hearty salad sent in by Clara Coulston of Washington Court House, Ohio. Filled with good-for-you vegetables, it's coated in a tangy balsamic-and-mustard dressing. "As a variation, you can try turkey tenderloins and arugula instead of the chicken and mixed greens," Clara recommends.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into thin strips
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup chicken broth
3-1/2 cups torn mixed salad greens
1/4 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1 small carrot, julienned
DRESSING:
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon canola oil
1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a small skillet, cook and stir chicken in broth for 4-6 minutes or until no longer pink. Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine the salad greens, mushrooms, onion and carrot. , In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the dressing ingredients; shake well. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Divide between two serving plates; top with chicken. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 585mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EXTRA-CRISPY FRIED CHICKEN STRIPS



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These extra-crispy fried chicken tender strips are sure to satisfy even your pickiest eater! Enjoy with dipping sauces like honey or honey mustard, or eat them plain!

Provided by Steven McCune

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 large eggs
4 tablespoons water
1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast tenders
2 cups vegetable oil for frying, or as needed

Steps:

  • Combine flour, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Mix eggs and water together in a small bowl.
  • Place some chicken strips in the flour mixture to coat, then gently shake to remove any excess flour. Coat strips in egg. Return to the flour mixture and coat again; repeat with egg mixture. Coat once more in the flour mixture, placing strips on a plate while you continue with remaining chicken.
  • Let strips sit for 5 minutes to allow flour to set.
  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C); oil is ready if you drop some water in and it sizzles.
  • Working in batches if needed, place strips in the hot oil. Cook for 8 minutes. Turn over and continue to cook until golden brown, no longer pink in the centers, and juices run clear, about 8 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Place strips on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 517.5 calories, Carbohydrate 36.7 g, Cholesterol 196.7 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 46.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 562.6 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

CRISPY CHICKEN STRIPS WITH SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2/3 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup fresh dill, chopped
2 1/2 teaspoons mustard powder
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 1/4 cups breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
1 cup finely grated sharp cheddar cheese
2 large eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
1 1/4 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into wide strips
1 5-ounce package mesclun greens
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

Steps:

  • Make the sauce: Mix the mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon dill, 2 teaspoons mustard powder, the lemon juice and 1 tablespoon water in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside. Combine the breadcrumbs, cheese, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a shallow bowl. Beat the eggs in another shallow bowl. Heat the vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Dip the chicken strips in the beaten egg and then in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing so the coating sticks. Working in batches, add the chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown and crisp, about 3 minutes per side, adjusting the heat as needed. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Place the greens in a large bowl and toss with the tomatoes, the remaining dill and 3 tablespoons of the dill-mayonnaise sauce. Season with salt and pepper. Divide the chicken and salad among plates and serve with the remaining sauce for dipping.
  • Photograph by Antonis Achilleos

CRISPY WONTON CHICKEN SALAD



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This dynamic chicken salad, starring crispy strips of fried wonton wrappers, draws inspiration from the wonton chicken salad at the soup and salad buffet chain Sweet Tomatoes, as well as the American Chinese chicken salads that pervaded chain-restaurant menus throughout the 1990s and early 2000s. In a supporting role, letting the crispy wontons shine, is the punchy dressing of peach preserves, rice vinegar, sesame oil and chili powder. The dressing's low oil content - plus the addition of mayonnaise, which helps create an emulsion - means the salad greens stay crunchy and keep for longer. For the chicken, you can use any leftover meat or tear pieces from a store-bought rotisserie bird.

Provided by Eric Kim

Categories     salads and dressings, main course

Time 20m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tablespoons rice vinegar
3 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
2 tablespoons peach or apricot preserves
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Salt
8 ounces cooked chicken meat, torn into bite-size pieces (2 cups)
8 wonton wrappers (see Tip)
Vegetable oil, for frying
Salt
2 romaine hearts, coarsely chopped
4 scallions, coarsely chopped
1 packed cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro leaves with tender stems
1 packed cup coarsely chopped fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • Make the dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together the vinegar, sesame oil, peach preserves, mayonnaise, soy sauce, chili powder and onion powder, and season to taste with salt.
  • Prepare the salad: Add the chicken to the dressing and toss.
  • To fry the wonton wrappers, cut the squares into 1/2-inch strips, then cut those strips in half crosswise to shorten them. In a medium saucepan, heat an inch of oil over medium to 350 degrees, or until a wonton strip immediately bubbles when added. Carefully add the wonton strips to the hot oil and, stirring constantly with a slotted spoon, fry until puffy and golden, 30 seconds to 2 minutes. Transfer the crispy wontons to a paper towel-lined plate and season with salt.
  • Assemble the salad: Add the chopped romaine, scallions, cilantro, mint and half of the fried wontons to the bowl with the dressed chicken, and toss to combine. Season with salt as needed. Top with the remaining fried wontons and serve immediately.

CRISPY BAKED CHICKEN STRIPS



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Quick and easy homemade baked chicken strips recipe. We usually serve this with homemade mac and cheese. They're way better than store-bought chicken strips and don't take any longer since you have to wait for the oven to preheat anyway.

Provided by Brandon Cummings

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted     Breasts

Time 30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

cooking spray
1 large egg, beaten
2 cups crushed crackers
1 teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon chili powder
2 (5 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut crosswise into 1-inch-wide strips

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • Place egg in a bowl. Mix crushed crackers, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and chili powder together in a second bowl.
  • Dip chicken strips into beaten egg, then coat with cracker mixture; place on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until crispy on the outside and lightly browned, 12 to 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497.6 calories, Carbohydrate 51.2 g, Cholesterol 173.3 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 39.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 1149.8 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

Tips:

  • Use Panko Breadcrumbs for Extra Crispiness: Panko breadcrumbs are larger and flakier than regular breadcrumbs, resulting in a crispier coating on the chicken strips.
  • Add Herbs and Spices to the Breadcrumb Mixture: Enhance the flavor of the chicken strips by adding your favorite herbs and spices to the breadcrumb mixture. Paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried oregano are popular choices.
  • Double Coat the Chicken Strips: For maximum crispiness, dip the chicken strips in the egg mixture, then coat them in the breadcrumb mixture, dip them in the egg mixture again, and coat them in the breadcrumb mixture a second time.
  • Use a Meat Thermometer to Ensure Proper Cooking: Insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of a chicken strip to ensure that it has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) before removing it from the oven.
  • Serve with Your Favorite Dipping Sauce: Crispy chicken strips pair well with a variety of dipping sauces, such as ranch dressing, honey mustard, barbecue sauce, or sweet and sour sauce.

Conclusion:

Crispy chicken strip salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. The combination of crispy chicken strips, fresh vegetables, and a tangy dressing creates a satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple tips and tricks, you can easily make this restaurant-quality dish at home. So gather your ingredients, fire up your oven, and get ready to enjoy a crispy chicken strip salad that will tantalize your taste buds!

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