Chicken breast salad with mushrooms

4 servings

40 minutes

Chicken breast salad with mushrooms is a harmony of simple yet rich flavors of Russian cuisine. Tender fried chicken breast pairs with aromatic champignons, while crispy Beijing cabbage and fresh cucumber add lightness and juiciness to the dish. Garlic croutons add a special touch, filling the salad with a savory note. This dish is perfect for both family dinners and festive tables. The recipe's history is rooted in Russian culinary traditions where the combination of meat and mushrooms has always been popular. Mayonnaise binds all components together, creating a rich texture. This salad can be served as a standalone dish or as an accompaniment to hot dishes. It is easy to prepare but leaves unforgettable impressions.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 208.5
• Proteins: 37.1g
• Fats: 4g
• Carbohydrates: 6.8g

Ingredients

• Chicken breast: 500 g
• Champignons: 500 g
• Chinese cabbage: 500 g
• Cucumbers: 4 pc
• Crackers: to taste
• Garlic: to taste
• Mayonnaise: to taste
• Sunflower oil: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Cut the bread into small cubes and place them in the oven. Put the finished croutons in a bag, season with sunflower oil and garlic. Tie the bag and mix the croutons with the oil and garlic mixture.

   Required ingredients:

   • Crackers:  to taste
   • Sunflower oil:  to taste
   • Garlic:  to taste

2. Cut raw chicken fillet into strips and fry until golden brown.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken breast: 500 g

3. Slice the mushrooms and fry until cooked.

   Required ingredients:

   • Champignons: 500 g

4. Finely chop the Beijing cabbage.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chinese cabbage: 500 g

5. Slice the cucumber into half rings.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cucumbers: 4 pieces

6. Mix all ingredients with mayonnaise. Before serving, add croutons to the salad.

   Required ingredients:

   • Mayonnaise:  to taste
   • Crackers:  to taste