Step 1

Heat the grill to medium, or heat a cast-iron skillet or grill pan over medium heat.

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound them to 3/8-inch thick.

Step 3

Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and season them with salt and pepper.

Step 4

Grill chicken breasts for 5 to 7 minutes on each side, until cooked through. Transfer to a plate to rest for 4 to 5 minutes before slicing.

Step 5

Toast the almonds in a small dry skillet over medium heat. Watch them carefully—there is a fine line between toasted almonds and burnt almonds! Shake the pan gently. When you begin to smell the almonds, toast for a few seconds more, then immediately place the almonds on a paper towel. Allow them to cool for a moment or two.

Step 6

Assemble salads by first putting the lettuce in bowls or on plates, 3 to 4 cups per serving.

Step 7

Sprinkle each with 2 tablespoons of carrots, 1/4 cup crispy rice noodles, and 1/4 cup toasted almonds.

Step 8

Arrange the chicken on top.

Step 9

Serve with Applebee’s Oriental Salad Dressing.