Crispy Chicken Salad with Honey Lime Dijon Vinaigrette

Name: Crispy Chicken Salad with Honey Lime Dijon Vinaigrette
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds boneless and skinless chicken breasts, sliced in half lengthwise; 4 cups plain cornflakes, crushed; 2 teaspoons garlic powder; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 2 eggs; 1 bag mixed greens; 1 cup cucumber, sliced; 2 cups tomatoes, quartered; 1 cup sharp white cheddar, cubed; 1 avocado, diced; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon dijon; 1 tablespoon honey; Juice of 1 lime; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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This Crispy Chicken Salad with Honey Lime Dijon Vinaigrette made with baked cornflake crusted chicken, avocado, cheddar, tomatoes, cucumber, and a simple honey lime dijon vinaigrette makes the most delicious quick and easy meal. You are going to love this salad!

I have always loved making salads and getting to test out new flavor combinations! The honey lime dijon vinaigrette on this salad has the perfect balance of sweet and tangy! So simple and SO GOOD! Pair this salad with a slice of crusty bread and dinner is served!

Ingredients for Crispy Chicken Salad with Honey Lime Dijon Vinaigrette

Chicken Breast: The recipe calls for 1 1/2 pounds chicken breast that have been sliced in half lengthwise.
Corn Flakes: Use plain crushed corn flakes to coat the chicken.
Garlic Powder: Used to season the corn flake mixture.
Paprika: Adds flavor to the panko mixture.
Onion Powder: Used to season the corn flake mixture.
Eggs: Use 2 large eggs to dredge the chicken.
Lettuce: I like to use mixed greens for this salad, but feel free to choose what you prefer!
Cucumber: I prefer to use English cucumber for this recipe.
Tomatoes: I like to use Campari tomatoes that have quartered.
Cheddar Cheese: The recipe calls for a block of sharp white cheddar that has been cubed.
Avocado: Use 1 ripe avocado that has been diced.
Olive Oil: Used in the salad dressing and to drizzle over the chicken.
Dijon: The salad dressing calls for 1 tbsp Dijon.
Honey: Adds the perfect sweetness to the salad dressing.
Lime: Gives the salad dressing some acidity.
Salt and Pepper: Used in the salad dressing and to season the chicken.

The CRISPY baked cornflake crusted chicken is super simple to make! All you need is chicken, cornflakes, eggs, a few seasonings, and a drizzle of olive oil. I like to cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise, which cuts the baking time down to around 15 minutes! Perfect for busy weeknights!

Making Crispy Chicken Salad with Honey Lime Dijon Vinaigrette

This Crispy Chicken Salad with Honey Lime Dijon Vinaigrette recipe could not be easier to make. Here are the steps:

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
Slice chicken breasts in half lengthwise. Season both sides with salt and pepper. In a large shallow bowl, mix together crushed corn flakes, garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs. Dredge chicken in egg making sure to shake off any excess. Next, coat chicken in the corn flake mixture until fully coated. Repeat process with the remaining chicken.
Place chicken on a baking sheet. Drizzle each piece of chicken with olive oil. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
To make the salad, add the lettuce, cucumber slices, quartered tomatoes, chopped cheddar, and diced avocado to a large bowl.
To make the dressing, whisk together the olive oil, dijon, honey, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
Top the salad with sliced crispy chicken and dressing.

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