Fried Chicken Breast salad with Avocado, Corn, Basil & Housemade ranch Dressing

Serves: 4

Ingredients

2 1/2 lb. boneless chicken breasts
1/2 tsp. kosher salt
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup canola oil
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp. ground cayenne pepper
1/4 tsp. chili powder
2 ears white corn, shucked and cut off cob
2 large heirloom tomatoes
2 ripe, Fresh California Avocado, peeled, seeded and chopped
2 Tbsp. olive oil
1 Tbsp. freshly squeezed lime juice
1/4 cup basil leaves
1/2 cup ranch dressing

Housemade Ranch Dressing

1/2 cup crème fraiche
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 Tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 Tbsp. minced fresh chives
1 Tbsp. minced fresh parsley
1 Tbsp. minced fresh dill
1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
1 shallot, peeled and minced
1/4 tsp. kosher salt
1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.

Peak California Avocado season generally is spring-summer. Look for California on the label to ensure you are selecting fresh avocados grown close to home. For more recipes visit CaliforniaAvocado.com/recipes.