Tomato And Bread Salad With Deep-Fried Chicken Bites
Crispy breaded chicken bites meet a vibrant tomato salad in this delicious and satisfying recipe. The bread crumbs add a satisfying crunch to the tender chicken pieces, which are then tossed with basil and a tangy tomato mixture for a burst of fresh flavors in every bite. Perfect for a casual weeknight dinner or a gathering with friends, this dish is sure to leave everyone asking for a second helping. Enjoy this delightful combination of textures and tastes that will brighten up any mealtime.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 3 cups dried bread cubes
- 5 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, 2 unpeeled and 1 crushed
- and minced
- 6 large, ripe tomatoes, coarsely chopped
- 3 Tbs. red wine vinegar
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. freshly ground pepper
- 1 cup dried bread crumbs
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves,
- cut into 1-inch cubes
- Vegetable oil for deep-frying
- 1⁄2 cup fresh basil leaves, coarsely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat an oven to 400°F.
- Spread the bread cubes on a baking sheet and drizzle with 2 Tbs. of the olive oil. Bake, turning once, until lightly golden, about 15 minutes. Remove from the pan, let cool and rub with the 2 unpeeled garlic cloves. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, minced garlic, the remaining 3 Tbs. olive oil, the vinegar, salt and pepper and mix well.
- To prepare the chicken bites, spread the bread crumbs on waxed paper or a plate. Roll the chicken pieces, a few at a time, in the bread crumbs to coat evenly. Set aside.
- In a deep frying pan, pour in vegetable oil to a depth of 2 inches and heat to 375°F on a deep-frying thermometer. Add the chicken pieces and fry, turning them as needed, until golden and opaque throughout, about 4 minutes total. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to paper towels to drain briefly.
- Add the hot chicken bites, bread cubes and basil to the tomatoes and mix to distribute all the ingredients evenly. Serve immediately. Serves 4 or 5.
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