Description
This Thai Chicken Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that combines tender shredded chicken with crisp vegetables and a creamy peanut dressing. Packed with vibrant colors and textures, it’s a perfect meal for a light lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
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Dressing
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon sriracha (can sub hot sauce)
- 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
Salad
- 4 cups shredded chicken
- 4 cups green cabbage, shredded
- 1 cup red cabbage, shredded
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 1 (11 oz.) can mandarin oranges, drained and patted dry
- 1/2 cup green onions
- 1/4 cup cilantro, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup honey roasted peanuts
- 1/3 cup slivered almonds
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: Combine all dressing ingredients in a food processor or large bowl until smooth. Chill until ready to use.
- Prepare the salad: Toss together shredded chicken, cabbages, bell pepper, carrots, mandarin oranges, green onions, cilantro, peanuts, and almonds in a large bowl.
- Assemble: When ready to serve, add dressing to the salad in increments, tossing to coat evenly. Adjust dressing amount based on preference.
- Serve: Enjoy the Thai Chicken Salad as is or with optional toppings like chow mein noodles, crispy wonton strips, or toasted sesame seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
