Ingredients
4 small boneless, skinless chicken-breast halves (about 1 3/4 pounds total)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup Louisiana hot sauce, such as Frank’s RedHot
1 1/4 cups panko breadcrumbs
1 1/4 pounds large carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 cups sliced celery stalks, plus 1/4 cup leaves
2 ounces mild blue cheese, crumbled (1/2 cup)
2 teaspoons red-wine vinegar
Preparation
Preheat oven to 425°F. Season chicken with salt and pepper; brush with 2 tablespoons hot sauce. Let stand 15 minutes. Spread panko in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet; toast, stirring once, until golden, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Toss carrots with 1 tablespoon oil; season. Spread on sheet and roast until beginning to brown, 12 to 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a shallow bowl, whisk together mayonnaise and remaining 2 tablespoons hot sauce. Dip chicken in mayo mixture, then coat in panko, patting to adhere. Add to sheet with carrots; continue roasting until both are cooked through, 10 to 15 minutes more, depending on thickness of chicken.
Combine celery and leaves, cheese, remaining 1 tablespoon oil, and vinegar; season. Serve salad with chicken and carrots.
