Parmesan Crusted Chicken Salad

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt and pepper - To taste
• Balsamic vinaigrette dressing - 1/4 cup
• Red onion - 1/4 cup, thinly sliced
• Cucumber - 1, sliced
• Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup, halved
• Mixed greens - 4 cups
• Breadcrumbs - 1 cup
• Egg - 1, beaten
• Parmesan cheese - 1 cup, grated
• Chicken tenders - 1 lb

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. Season the chicken tenders with salt and pepper.
3. In a shallow dish, combine the grated Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs.
4. Dip each chicken tender into the beaten egg, then coat it in the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
5. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
6. Add the coated chicken tenders and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through.
7. Transfer the cooked chicken tenders to a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for an additional 5 minutes to ensure they are fully cooked and crispy.
8. In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
9. Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
10. Slice the Parmesan crusted chicken tenders and arrange them on top of the salad.
11. Serve immediately and enjoy!