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    Home / Recipes / Salads / Crispy Chicken Salad

    Crispy Chicken Salad

    June 16, 2023 by Keto Cooking Christian Leave a Comment

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    This scrumptious Crispy Chicken Salad combines tender and juicy chicken, crunchy veggies, and a burst of refreshing flavors from the homemade dressing. Easy to make, this recipe is a salad experience that's completely irresistible.

    Crispy Chicken Salad with chopped veggies in glass bowl
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    • ❤️ Why You’ll Love this Crispy Chicken Salad
    • 🛒 What’s in Crispy Chicken Salad
    • 🔪 How to Make Crispy Chicken Salad
    • Is Fried Chicken Allowed on a Keto Diet?
    • What Kind of Lettuce is Best for a Keto Fried Chicken Salad?
    • How Many Carbs are in Crispy Chicken Salad?
    • Can I Make the Fried Chicken in an Air Fryer Instead of Pan-Frying?
    • What Other Vegetables Can I Add To This Salad?
    • More Keto Salad Recipes

    ❤️ Why You’ll Love this Crispy Chicken Salad

    • Tender and juicy crispy breaded chicken
    • Crisp romaine lettuce with fresh veggies
    • Quick and easy Keto honey mustard dressing
    • Hearty, filling and very satisfying
    • Family friendly
    Crispy Chicken Salad with honey mustard dressing being spooned over top

    Craving fried chicken, but want to stay on track with your low-carb goals? This recipe is the perfect answer! Pan-searing the chicken with a gluten-free coating creates a crispy exterior and locks in all the juicy goodness. The result is tender and incredibly flavorful chicken that pairs perfectly with fresh, cool veggies.

    While you can enjoy this delicious salad with any of your favorite sugar-free salad dressings, this includes a recipe for an easy, homemade honey mustard dressing. Made with just a few simple Keto-friendly ingredients, this tangy and slightly sweet dressing gives this salad an explosion of flavor that you just won't get from any store-brought dressing.

    Crispy Chicken Salad with chopped veggies in glass bowl

    Whether you're looking for a light and refreshing lunch or simple weeknight dinner, you're going to fall in love with all the textures and flavors you get in every bite of this salad.

    If you happen to have any of the honey mustard dressing leftover, you can drizzle it over these incredible fried Keto Chicken Tenders or these Keto Fried Shrimp.

    🛒 What’s in Crispy Chicken Salad

    • Chicken breasts
    • Almond flour
    • Ground pork rinds
    • Parmesan cheese
    • Egg
    • Garlic salt
    • Smoked paprika
    • Romaine lettuce
    • Avocado
    • Cherry tomatoes
    • Baby cucumbers
    • Red onion
    • Feta cheese
    • Parsley
    • Olive oil
    • Sugar-free Keto honey
    • Dijon mustard
    • Mayonnaise
    • Apple cider vinegar
    • Garlic
    • Salt
    • Ground black pepper

    *Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

    🥣 Recommended Tools

    • Large skillet
    • Mini chopper
    • Salad spinner
    • Food processor
    • Salad bowl

    🔪 How to Make Crispy Chicken Salad

    To Make the Keto Honey Mustard Dressing

    Add all of the dressing ingredients in the bowl of a mini chopper or immersion blender and blend until well combined and emulsified.  Set aside while you prepare the chicken.

    Tip: If you don't have a mini chopper, immersion blender or food processor, you can simply whisk the dressing together. I would whisk everything except for the olive oil, then slowly whisk it in at the end.

    honey mustard dressing in mini chopper bowl

    To Make the Keto Crispy Fried Chicken

    Add the almond flour, pork rinds, parmesan cheese, dried parsley, smoked paprika and garlic salt to the bowl of a food processor and blend until finely ground.

    Tip: If you don't have a food processor, you can whisk everything together in a mixing bowl instead.

    Crispy Chicken Salad  breading for chicken on white plate

    Pour the breading mixture in a shallow bowl. Beat the egg in a second shallow bowl.

    chicken breast in white bowl with beaten egg

    Dip each chicken breast into the egg, then into the breading, shaking off any excess.

    Tip: Try to avoid pressing the chicken into the breading too much, you're only looking for a thin coating, not a super thick crust.

    chicken breast in breading mixture in white plate

    Heat a large skillet to medium, add in the oil and fry the chicken breasts for several minutes on each side until they reach an internal temperature of at least 165°F when checked with a meat thermometer.

    breaded chicken breasts frying in skillet

    While the chicken is frying, prepare the salad ingredients.

    To Assemble the Salad

    Chop and wash the romaine lettuce, then dry it well. 

    Tip: I like to use a salad spinner to help.

    chopped romaine lettuce in oval glass bowl

    Add the lettuce in a large bowl or in 6 individual bowls.

    chopped romaine lettuce and 2 sliced chicken breast on top in oval glass bowl

    Cut up your chicken into slices, then place them over the lettuce. 

    lettuce sliced chicken chopped tomatoes and cucumbers in oval glass bowl

    Place groupings of the tomatoes, red onions, cucumbers, and avocado around the bowl.

    Tip: Alternatively, you can arrange the ingredients in rows like in this Shrimp Avocado Salad, which also makes a nice presentation.

    Crispy Chicken Salad  with chopped parsley on top in glass oval bowl

    Spoon the feta cheese over the top and add in the parsley.

    honey mustard dressing being poured over Crispy Chicken Salad

    When you are ready to serve, pour the dressing over the top.

    Is Fried Chicken Allowed on a Keto Diet?

    Not all fried chicken is Keto, but this fried chicken recipe sure is! It is lightly dredged in a seasoned mixture of almond flour and ground pork rinds. It's pan-fried in Keto-friendly oil which is an added bonus.

    And the best thing is, with this recipe, it includes an amazing sugar-free honey mustard dressing that will make your mouth water.

    closeup of sliced avocado in salad

    What Kind of Lettuce is Best for a Keto Fried Chicken Salad?

    For this salad, you'll want to use a lettuce that is sturdy and has crisp leaves that hold up well with the chicken and dressing. Romaine lettuce, butter lettuce, baby spinach, or iceberg lettuce are great choices for a refreshing crunch and mild flavor.

    How Many Carbs are in Crispy Chicken Salad?

    The carb content of a fried chicken salad can vary depending on the breading and types of veggies you use. For this Keto-friendly crispy chicken salad recipe, there are 4 net carbs per serving.

    closeup of sliced tomatoes in Crispy Chicken Salad

    Can I Make the Fried Chicken in an Air Fryer Instead of Pan-Frying?

    You sure can! Here's an easy way to do it:

    Preheat your air fryer to the recommended temperature for frying chicken based on your model air fryer. This usually ranges between 375°F and 400°F.

    Place the coated chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Make sure you don't overcrowd the basket.

    Cook your chicken for the recommended time, usually around 15-20 minutes. Flip the chicken halfway unless your model air fryer doesn't require that.

    Check the internal temperature of the chicken using a meat thermometer. It should reach a minimum of 165°F.

    Crispy Chicken Salad with honey mustard dressing being spooned over top

    What Other Vegetables Can I Add To This Salad?

    Have fun and play around with the veggies in the salad. Here are some great low carb options to consider:

    • Spinach, shredded cabbage or kale (mixed in with the other salad greens)
    • Shredded carrots (yes, you can have a little bit of shredded carrots on Keto)
    • Broccoli florets
    • Cauliflower florets
    • Zucchini slices or spirals
    • Radishes
    • Green beans (adds amazing flavor)
    • Asparagus spears (diced small)
    • Celery
    • Artichoke hearts
    • Sliced bell peppers
    closeup of sliced chicken in Crispy Chicken Salad

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    • Caprese Salad with Balsamic Reduction
    • Grilled Shrimp Salad with Apricot Vinaigrette
    • Keto " Big Mac" Cheeseburger Salad
    • Asian Grilled Chicken Salad
    • Buffalo Chicken Salad
    • Keto Taco Salad
    • Classic Cobb with Ranch Dressing
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    Crispy Chicken Salad with chopped veggies in glass bowl

    Crispy Chicken Salad

    This scrumptious Crispy Chicken Salad combines tender and juicy chicken, crunchy veggies, and a burst of refreshing flavors from the homemade dressing.
    5 from 1 vote
    Author: Julianne
    Servings 6
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    PREP 15 minutes mins
    COOK 20 minutes mins
    TOTAL 35 minutes mins

    Ingredients
     

    For the Chicken

    • 4 chicken breasts
    • ¼ cup almond flour
    • ¼ cup ground pork rinds
    • ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
    • 1 egg, beaten
    • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
    • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
    • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
    • oil, for frying

    For the Salad

    • 8 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
    • 1 Haas avocado, sliced
    • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
    • 1 cup baby cucumbers, sliced
    • ⅓ cup red onion, sliced
    • ⅓ cup feta cheese, crumbled
    • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley

    For the Dressing

    • ¼ cup olive oil
    • ¼ cup sugar-free Keto honey
    • ¼ cup dijon mustard
    • ¼ cup mayonnaise
    • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
    • 1 clove garlic
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

    Instructions
     

    To Make the Keto Honey Mustard Dressing

    • Add all of the dressing ingredients in the bowl of a mini chopper or immersion blender and blend until well combined and emulsified. Set aside while you prepare the chicken.

    To Make the Keto Crispy Fried Chicken

    • Add the almond flour, pork rinds, parmesan cheese, dried parsley, smoked paprika and garlic salt to the bowl of a food processor and blend until finely ground.
    • Pour the breading mixture in a shallow bowl. Beat the egg in a second shallow bowl.
    • Dip each chicken breast into the egg, then into the breading, shaking off any excess.
    • Heat a large skillet to medium, add in the oil and fry the chicken breasts for several minutes on each side until they reach an internal temperature of at least 165°F when checked with a meat thermometer.
    • While the chicken is frying, prepare the salad ingredients.

    To Assemble the Salad

    • Chop and wash the romaine lettuce, then dry it well. I like to use a salad spinner to help.
    • Add the lettuce in a large bowl or in 6 individual bowls. Cut up your chicken into slices, then place them over the lettuce.
    • Place groupings of the tomatoes, red onions, cucumbers, and avocado around the bowl. Spoon the feta cheese over the top and add in the parsley.
    • When you are ready to serve, pour the dressing over the top.

    *Make sure to scroll up and read the post for substitutions, additions and helpful tips for making this recipe.

    Course Main Course, Salad
    Cuisine American
    Calories 465kcal
    Nutrition Facts
    Crispy Chicken Salad
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    465
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    27
    g
    42
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    6
    g
    38
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    7
    g
    2
    %
    Fiber
     
    3
    g
    13
    %
    Sugar
     
    2
    g
    2
    %
    Protein
     
    43
    g
    86
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    *Nutritional data is provided as a courtesy and is accurate to the best of my knowledge. You can verify it using the nutrition calculator of your choice. All data is based on net carbs, without sugar alcohol: Swerve, Erythritol, Monk Fruit or Allulose.

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