Basil Chicken Over Greens Recipe

Name: Basil Chicken Over Greens
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each); 1/2 cup plus 1/3 cup Italian salad dressing, divided; 1 package (10 ounces) Italian-blend salad greens; 1 medium fennel bulb, sliced; 1/4 cup minced fresh basil; 2 plum tomatoes, chopped; 1 large egg; 1 tablespoon water; 2/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 tablespoons olive oil; Chopped fennel fronds, optional

Servings: persons

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1/2 cup plus 1/3 cup Italian salad dressing, divided
1 package (10 ounces) Italian-blend salad greens
1 medium fennel bulb, sliced
1/4 cup minced fresh basil
2 plum tomatoes, chopped
1 large egg
1 tablespoon water
2/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
Chopped fennel fronds, optional

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Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness; place in a large resealable plastic bag. Add 1/2 cup salad dressing; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. Arrange salad greens and fennel slices on a serving platter; drizzle with remaining dressing. Cover and refrigerate.
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Drain and discard marinade from chicken. Place 1 tablespoon of basil on each piece of chicken; top with tomatoes. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a short side; tie with kitchen string. In a shallow bowl, beat egg and water. In another shallow bowl, combine bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese. Dip chicken in egg mixture, then roll in crumb mixture.
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In a
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over medium heat, cook chicken in oil on all sides for 15-20 minutes or until juices run clear. Slice and arrange over greens. Garnish with fennel fronds if desired.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each), 1/2 cup plus 1/3 cup Italian salad dressing, divided, 1 package (10 ounces) Italian-blend salad greens, 1 medium fennel bulb, sliced, and more.

Yes, Basil Chicken Over Greens falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Basil Chicken Over Greens

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