Tender Chicken Breast Salad with Zesty Yuzu Dressing: Say Goodbye to Fishy Odors!
Easy Homemade Chicken Breast Salad Recipe: How to Use Frozen Chicken Breast and a Secret Yuzu Dressing for a Delicious, Odor-Free Salad
Introducing a perfect chicken breast salad for post-workout meals or light dining. This recipe guides you through making moist and tender chicken breast using frozen chicken breast, along with a secret for creating a zesty yuzu dressing that effectively eliminates any unwanted odors. Enjoy a satisfying and delicious meal at home with fresh vegetables, much more affordably than store-bought options!
Salad Ingredients
- 1 pack frozen chicken breast (approx. 200g)
- 1 fresh cucumber
- 10 cherry tomatoes
Zesty Yuzu Dressing
- 1.5 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 Tbsp yuzu dressing (store-bought)
- Pinch of black pepper
- 0.5 Tbsp lemon juice
- 0.5 Tbsp flax seeds (optional, adds texture and nutrition)
- 1.5 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 Tbsp yuzu dressing (store-bought)
- Pinch of black pepper
- 0.5 Tbsp lemon juice
- 0.5 Tbsp flax seeds (optional, adds texture and nutrition)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the fresh ingredients for your salad. You’ll need 1 pack of frozen chicken breast, 1 thoroughly washed cucumber, and 10 fresh cherry tomatoes.
Step 2
Take one cucumber. Cut it in half lengthwise, then slice it into bite-sized pieces (half-moon shapes) about 0.5 cm thick. Slicing them not too thin will help maintain a good texture.
Step 3
Prepare the colorful cherry tomatoes. Remove the stems and cut them in half. If the insides look messy, you can gently scrape them out.
Step 4
Place the sliced cucumber and cherry tomatoes into a salad bowl. I’m starting with about half a cucumber and 7 cherry tomatoes, but you can always add more later, so this is a good starting point.
Step 5
Now, let’s thaw the frozen chicken breast. Keep it in its original packaging and microwave it for about 3 minutes. Check if it’s fully thawed; if not, add a little more time.
Step 6
Once thawed, remove the chicken breast from the microwave and cut it into bite-sized pieces. Ensure they are uniformly sized for even cooking.
Step 7
For an extra delicious and crispy texture, place the chicken breast pieces in an air fryer. Preheat the air fryer to 180°C (350°F) and cook for about 10 minutes. Ensure the outside is golden brown and the inside is thoroughly cooked. (Adjust cooking time based on your air fryer’s specifications.)
Step 8
It’s time to make the dressing that will elevate your salad! In a small bowl, add 1.5 tablespoons of mayonnaise for a creamy base.
Step 9
Add 1 tablespoon of yuzu dressing for a zesty kick. Using a store-bought yuzu dressing makes it convenient and flavorful.
Step 10
Whisk the mayonnaise and yuzu dressing together until you achieve your desired consistency. It should be creamy and pourable, not too thin.
Step 11
Arrange the freshly air-fried chicken breast pieces on top of the salad in the bowl, alongside the fresh cucumber and tomatoes.
Step 12
Drizzle the prepared zesty yuzu dressing evenly over the chicken breast and vegetables. Adjust the amount to your preference.
Step 13
Finally, sprinkle a pinch of black pepper for added aroma. Freshly ground black pepper offers a better fragrance.
Step 14
For an extra touch of freshness, add about 0.5 tablespoon of lemon juice. This enhances the chicken’s flavor and adds brightness to the salad.
Step 15
Lastly, sprinkle with flax seeds (optional). This adds a nutty flavor and a satisfying crunch, making your salad even more delightful.
Step 16
Voila! You’ve created a hearty and delicious chicken breast salad that would cost well over ten dollars at a restaurant. Enjoy this healthy and satisfying meal made easily at home!
