Spring Chicken Dinner Salad
Spring Chicken Dinner Salad is a flavorful French French Receipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Place chicken in a large saucepan and pour in 4 cups cold water to cover; add 3 Tbsp.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPlace chicken in a large saucepan and pour in 4 cups cold water to cover; add 3 Tbsp.
Diamond Crystal or 3½ tsp.
Morton kosher salt.
Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then immediately turn over chicken with tongs.
Cover pot, remove from heat, and let chicken sit until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 150°F, 5–10 minutes (depending on thickness of breast).
Transfer chicken to a cutting board and let rest 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, squeeze lemon halves into a medium bowl.
Whisk in mustard, then gradually stream in oil, whisking constantly until dressing is thick and emulsified.
Season with salt and pepper.
Using a rolling pin, whack green beans on a cutting board until skins split and insides are softened but not pulverized.
Transfer beans to a medium bowl and drizzle in 2 Tbsp. dressing.
Massage beans with your hands to break down further and coat; season with salt.
Separate lettuce leaves; toss in another medium bowl with chives and basil.
Arrange on a platter.
Toss radishes, peperoncini, and 1 Tbsp. dressing in the same bowl; season with salt.
Slice chicken ¼”–½” thick; season with pepper.
Arrange chicken, radish salad, green beans, and avocado on platter with lettuce as desired.
Drizzle with more dressing; serve remaining dressing alongside.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.