This crispy fried chicken salad plate combines crunchy golden fried chicken with fresh lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and crisp cucumber slices. It’s a delicious balance of indulgent comfort food and refreshing vegetables, making it perfect for lunch, dinner, or casual entertaining.
Ingredients
For the Fried Chicken
2 pounds chicken thighs or chicken drumettes, cut into serving pieces
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
2 large eggs
1 cup buttermilk
Vegetable oil, for frying
For the Salad
4 cups green leaf lettuce, chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cucumber, sliced
Optional Dressing
2 tablespoons ranch dressing
2 tablespoons honey mustard dressing
Continue the instructions on the next page.
Continue on the next page