Ultimate Fried Chicken and Bacon Burger

Meanwhile, sandwich each chicken breast between two pieces of baking paper or cling film. Pop onto a board, then give it a bash with a rolling pin or the bottom of a saucepan until it’s 1-2cm thick. 

Crack the egg (see pantry for amount) into a medium bowl and whisk.

Put the breadcrumbs into another medium bowl, then season with the salt (see pantry for amount) and pepper. 

Dip the chicken into the egg and then the breadcrumbs, ensuring it's completely coated. Transfer to a clean plate. IMPORTANT: Wash your hands and equipment after handling raw chicken and its packaging and discard any excess egg.

Pop a large frying pan on high heat and add enough oil to coat the bottom of the pan. TIP: You want the oil to be hot so the chicken fries properly - heat for 2-3 mins before you add the chicken.

Once hot, carefully lay the chicken into the pan and fry until golden brown, 2-3 mins on each side. Adjust the heat if necessary.

Transfer the chicken to a baking tray and bake on the middle shelf of your oven until cooked through, 8-10 mins. Discard the oil from the chicken pan and wipe clean for the next step. IMPORTANT: The chicken is cooked when no longer pink in the middle.

Meanwhile, put the cider vinegar in a bowl and add the sugar and olive oil for the dressing (see pantry for both amounts). Season with salt and pepper, then mix together. 

Add the pumpkin seeds, avocado and baby plum tomatoes to the dressing, toss to coat and set aside.

Return your frying pan to medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil.

Once hot, lay in the bacon rashers and fry until crispy and brown, 3-4 mins on each side. IMPORTANT: Wash your hands and equipment after handling raw meat. Cook bacon thoroughly. Remove from the heat.

Just before you're ready to serve, halve the burger buns and pop into the oven to warm through, 2-3 mins.