Spring Chicken Dinner Salad

Preparation

1. Step 1

   Place chicken in a large saucepan and pour in 4 cups cold water to cover; add 3 Tbsp. Diamond Crystal or 3½ tsp. Morton kosher salt. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then immediately turn over chicken with tongs. Cover pot, remove from heat, and let chicken sit until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 150°F, 5–10 minutes (depending on thickness of breast). Transfer chicken to a cutting board and let rest 10 minutes.

   Step 2

   Meanwhile, squeeze lemon halves into a medium bowl. Whisk in mustard, then gradually stream in oil, whisking constantly until dressing is thick and emulsified. Season with salt and pepper.

   Step 3

   Using a rolling pin, whack green beans on a cutting board until skins split and insides are softened but not pulverized.

   Step 4

   Transfer beans to a medium bowl and drizzle in 2 Tbsp. dressing. Massage beans with your hands to break down further and coat; season with salt.

   Step 5

   Separate lettuce leaves; toss in another medium bowl with chives and basil. Arrange on a platter.

   Step 6

   Toss radishes, peperoncini, and 1 Tbsp. dressing in the same bowl; season with salt. Slice chicken ¼”–½” thick; season with pepper. Arrange chicken, radish salad, green beans, and avocado on platter with lettuce as desired. Drizzle with more dressing; serve remaining dressing alongside.