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A white plate is filled with a vibrant Chicken Parmesan Salad. Crispy, golden chicken cutlets rest on top of fresh arugula, with cherry tomatoes and creamy bocconcini scattered around.

Chicken Parmesan Salad

Chef Jenn
Chicken Parmesan Salad is a fresh, flavorful meal combining crispy chicken cutlets with cherry tomatoes, arugula, bocconcini, and a bright pesto-lemon dressing. A quick, satisfying dinner or lunch that tastes restaurant-worthy.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course, Salad
Cuisine American, Italian-Inspired
Servings 4 servings
Calories 514 kcal

Equipment

  • 12-inch nonstick skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs
  • salt and pepper
  • 4 4 ounce chicken cutlets ½-inch thick, trimmed
  • 6 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • ¼ cup pesto
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 12 ounces cherry tomatoes halved
  • 5 cups baby arugula
  • 1 cup bocconcini halved (4 ounces)

Instructions
 

  • Beat the egg in a shallow dish. In another dish, combine panko with ¼ tsp salt and ¼ tsp pepper. Pat the chicken dry and season with salt and pepper. Dip each cutlet in egg, then coat in panko, pressing to adhere.
  • Heat 3 tbsp oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Cook 2 cutlets until golden and crispy, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel–lined plate. Repeat with the remaining oil and cutlets. Tent with foil and rest 5 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, whisk pesto, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Add tomatoes, arugula, and bocconcini; toss and season to taste.
  • Arrange salad on a platter. Slice chicken into ½-inch strips and place on top. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 514kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 33gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 84mgSodium: 421mgPotassium: 733mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1357IUVitamin C: 27mgCalcium: 197mgIron: 2mg

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Keyword chicken cutlet alad, chicken parmesan salad, crispy chicken salad, pesto chicken salad
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