Caesar Slaw with Crispy Chicken

Name: Caesar Slaw with Crispy Chicken
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 32 min
Total time: 52 min
Yield: 5
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/4 head green cabbage, about 8.5 ounces; 1/4 head purple cabbage, about 8.5 ounces; 2 green onions, diced; 1/2 cup Caesar dressing; 1 ounce grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 cup croutons; 1 pound chicken tenders; 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 3 tablespoons water; 1 3/4 cups panko breadcrumbs; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper; 2 tablespoons neutral oil

This fresh and crunchy salad combines the best parts of a creamy Caesar with the hearty bite of golden crispy chicken.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 27, 2026

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Prep

20 minutes

Cook

32 minutes

Total

52 minutes

Serves

This Caesar slaw is one of my favorite ways to turn a simple salad into a full, satisfying meal. By using both green and purple cabbage, you get a wonderful crunch that stays crisp much longer than traditional lettuce, and it holds up perfectly if you have leftovers for the next day.

I love serving this with homemade crispy chicken tenders, but it is just as delicious with frozen tenders or even a vegetarian alternative if you are in a rush. It is a fantastic dish for families because you can keep the chicken on the side so everyone can build their bowl exactly how they like it.

Ingredients

1/4 head green cabbage, about 8.5 ounces
1/4 head purple cabbage, about 8.5 ounces
2 green onions, diced
1/2 cup Caesar dressing
1 ounce grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup croutons
1 pound chicken tenders
1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons water
1 3/4 cups panko breadcrumbs
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
2 tablespoons neutral oil

Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2
In a small skillet, heat the neutral oil over medium heat. Add the panko breadcrumbs and toast them until they turn a light golden brown, then remove from the heat.
3
In a bowl, mix the toasted panko with the onion powder, garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper.
4
Whisk the Greek yogurt, 3 tablespoons of water, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt in a shallow dish. Dip each chicken tender into the yogurt mixture, let the excess drip off, then press the chicken firmly into the panko mixture to coat.
5
Place the breaded chicken on a parchment lined baking sheet and bake for about 20 to 25 minutes, or until the chicken is golden and cooked through.
6
While the chicken bakes, dice the green and purple cabbage into bite sized pieces and slice the green onions.
7
In a large bowl, toss the cabbage and green onions with the Caesar dressing and Parmesan cheese.
8
Top the slaw with the crispy chicken and croutons before serving.

💡 Tips

Store the slaw and the chicken in separate containers in the fridge to keep the chicken from getting soggy. If you want a finer texture, feel free to use a mandoline or a sharp knife to shred the cabbage instead of dicing it.

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