Lower-Carb Popcorn Chicken with Summer Salad

Chef notes

This lighter version of "fried" chicken cuts over 60% of the carbohydrates compared to the traditional version. It's baked instead of fried, calls for light coconut milk instead of cream, and also uses heart healthy almond flour instead of white flour, which supplies additional protein and healthy fats.

Technique tips: Make sure the orange is fully peeled with no white traces of pith. Cut it into slices over the salad or over a bowl to collect the juice.

Swap option: This salad is essentially a trip to my local farmer's market. It's a taste of the summer produce in Texas but you can customize the ingredients based on what's in season in your area. For example, if you can't find mâche lettuce you can swap in chopped bok choy or torn Boston lettuce.