Crispy chicken Caesar pasta salad

Steps9

1. 1

   Step 1. Season the chicken

   Season the chicken with salt, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Set aside.

   Chicken breast
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   Step 2. Whisk the egg wash

   In a bowl crack eggs add water and whisk until smooth, set aside.

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   Step 3. Mix the dry batter

   In another bowl mix all purpose flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika powder.

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   Step 4. Mix the breadcrumbs

   In a separate bowl add panko bread crumbs, parsley, basil and lemon zest.

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   Step 5. Coat the chicken

   Coat the seasoned chicken fillets in egg wash, then dip them in dry flour, followed by egg batter. Finally, coat them in bread crumbs.

   Chicken breast
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   Step 6. Fry the chicken

   4m 30s

   Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry chicken for 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Slice into strips.

   Chicken breast
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   Step 7. Make the Caesar dressing

   In a bowl, whisk together mayo, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, lemon juice, and grated Parmesan cheese. Drizzle in olive oil while whisking continuously until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy. Add water as needed. Season the sauce with salt pepper to taste.

   MayonnaiseExtra virgin olive oil
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   Step 8. Toss the salad

   In a bowl, combine lettuce, pasta & Parmesan cheese. Add olive oil and toss gently, add Caesar dressing mix.

   Extra virgin olive oil
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   Step 9. Plate and garnish

   Plate and top it with crispy chicken. Finish it off with Parmesan, lemon juice, and black pepper.

   Chicken breast