This Crispy Chicken Salad is fresh, crunchy, and packed with protein while keeping calories in check. Featuring golden Steggles Chicken Breast Schnitzel, crisp cos lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, cucumber, croutons, and parmesan, it’s topped with a light coleslaw dressing for the perfect balance of flavour and texture. A quick, nutritious meal ready in under 20 minutes!

🥗 Nutritional Info (Per Serve)

Why You’ll Love This Salad

✅ High-Protein – 23g per serving for muscle recovery and satiety

✅ Quick & Easy – Ready in just 20 minutes

✅ Crunch & Freshness – Crisp lettuce, croutons, and schnitzel

✅ Lighter Dressing – Lower in fat, without compromising taste

✅ Balanced Meal – Perfect for lunch or dinner

Crispy Chicken Salad

Ingredients (Serves 1)

🍗 100g Steggles Chicken Breast Schnitzel

🥖 15g Praise Croutons

🥗 20g Praise 99% Fat Free Coleslaw Dressing

🥬 1 serving Cos Lettuce

🍅 50g Cherry Tomatoes

🥒 50g Cucumber (with peel)

🧀 15g Coles Grated Parmesan

Directions

1. Cook Chicken Schnitzel

   Prepare schnitzel according to packet instructions (bake or air fry until golden and crisp).

2. Assemble Salad

   In a large bowl, combine cos lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, croutons, and parmesan.

3. Top & Dress

   Slice the schnitzel and place it over the salad. Drizzle with Praise Coleslaw Dressing. Serve immediately.

Tips & Tricks for the Best Crispy Chicken Salad

🔹 Extra Crunch – Air fry schnitzel for maximum crispiness

🔹 Protein Boost – Add boiled eggs or extra parmesan

🔹 Mix It Up – Swap chicken schnitzel for grilled chicken or salmon

🔹 Dressing Swap – Try balsamic glaze or Greek yoghurt-based dressings

🔹 Meal Prep – Chop salad ingredients ahead, then cook schnitzel fresh for best results

Nutritional Benefits

💪 Chicken Schnitzel – Lean protein to support muscle repair

🥬 Cos Lettuce – Hydrating, fibre-rich base

🍅 Cherry Tomatoes – Loaded with vitamin C and antioxidants

🥒 Cucumber – Refreshing crunch and hydration

🧀 Parmesan – Adds calcium and flavour punch

Storage & Meal Prep Tips

🧊 Fridge Storage

Keep salad and schnitzel separate in airtight containers. Salad will stay fresh for up to 2 days.

❄️ Reheating Chicken

Reheat schnitzel in the air fryer for 3–4 minutes to bring back the crisp before serving.

🍽️ Prep Ahead

Wash and chop veggies in advance. Store dressing separately to keep salad fresh and crunchy.

Serving Ideas

Enjoy as a light lunch or dinner on its own, or pair with roasted sweet potato for extra carbs. Add avocado for healthy fats, or swap parmesan for feta for a Mediterranean twist.

This Crispy Chicken Salad proves that healthy eating doesn’t mean sacrificing flavour or satisfaction. With high protein, fresh veggies, and a crunchy schnitzel topping, it’s the perfect balance of nutritious and delicious.

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