Hot Honey Chicken Salad (Printable Version)
Crispy cornflake chicken glazed with spicy honey atop fresh greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber and tangy blue cheese.
# Ingredients:
→ For the hot honey
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil
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1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
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1 garlic clove, minced
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½ cup honey
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½ tablespoon apple cider vinegar
→ For the chicken
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2 chicken breasts, cut into fillets
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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4 cups cornflakes, crumbled
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¼ cup all-purpose flour
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¼ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
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2 teaspoons garlic powder
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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2 large eggs, beaten
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Avocado oil spray (optional)
→ For the Salad
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4 cups lettuce, shredded
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced
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½ cucumber, sliced
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¼ cup blue cheese, crumbled
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¼ cup Ranch dressing
# Steps to Follow:
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Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the red pepper flakes and minced garlic, cooking for about 2 minutes. Ensure the oil isn't too hot to prevent burning the garlic and pepper flakes.
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Once the oil develops a red tint, remove from heat and cool for 2 minutes. Stir in honey and apple cider vinegar until well combined. If mixture is too thick, gently reheat to improve consistency.
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Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking dish with parchment paper.
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In a bowl, combine the crumbled cornflakes, flour, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
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Season chicken fillets with salt and pepper. Dip each piece in beaten eggs, then thoroughly coat in the cornflake mixture.
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Lightly spray the coated chicken with avocado oil and transfer to the prepared baking dish. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
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Remove chicken from oven and drizzle with hot honey. Allow to cool slightly before slicing into strips.
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Layer shredded lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and crumbled blue cheese in serving bowls. Top with the honey-glazed chicken strips.
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Drizzle with ranch dressing or preferred alternative just before serving.
# Additional Notes:
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Adjust red pepper flakes to your desired spice level or omit entirely for a milder version suitable for children.
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Experiment with different dressings such as blue cheese or balsamic vinaigrette for variety.
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Add croutons or toasted nuts for additional texture.
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Substitute chicken with grilled shrimp or tofu if preferred.
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Consider feta or goat cheese as alternatives to blue cheese.
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Components can be prepared a day in advance for quick assembly.