Crispy Smashed Potato & Chicken Ranch Salad

Serves: 4
Prep time: 1 hour

Birch & Waite Yoghurt Ranch Dressing1/2 bottle
Baby potatoes12
Boneless chicken thigh500g
Cos lettuce1
Toasted pecans1/4 cup
Shaved parmesan1/3 cup
Flaky salt2 tbsp
Crushed black pepper1/2 tbsp
Olive oil3 tbsp
Dried thyme1 tbsp
Dried oregano1 tbsp
Garlic powder1 tbsp
Onion powder1 tbsp

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C/ 180°C, fan-forced.
  2. Boil potatoes for 15-18 minutes until tender. Drain water and place potatoes on a lined baking tray. Smash them using a potato masher or a metal turner.
  3. Sprinkle a teaspoon of salt and ¼ tsp pepper over the potatoes. Drizzle 2 tbsp oil and bake in the oven for 35-40 minutes until golden and crispy. Remove and set aside.
  4. Mix chicken with thyme, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, remaining salt and pepper in a bowl. Heat remaining oil in a skillet on medium-high. Pan fry the chicken for 12-14 minutes until cooked through and golden.
  5. Add lettuce to a large, shallow serving bowl. Top with the crispy, roasted potatoes and chicken. Add pecans. Drizzle with the Birch & Waite Yoghurt Ranch Dressing and garnish with parmesan.
  6. Serve and enjoy!

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