Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Asian Chicken Crunch Salad, a delightful dish that combines crispy greens, tender chicken, and a tangy dressing for an explosion of taste. Perfect for summer barbecues or a refreshing dinner, this easy-to-make salad will impress your guests and become a family favorite. With its colorful presentation and satisfying crunch, it’s a must-try recipe for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups green cabbage, chopped
- 1 cup red cabbage, chopped
- 1 cup carrots, grated
- 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped (or parsley)
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tsp honey or maple syrup
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp ginger powder or fresh ginger
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- Sear Until Golden Brown: Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and juices run clear.
- Prepare Your Veggies: While chicken cools, chop cabbages, grate carrots, and slice green onions.
- Create the Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), olive oil, garlic powder, and ginger.
- Toss It All Together: Combine veggies and sliced chicken in a large bowl. Drizzle dressing over and toss gently.
- Add Sesame Seeds & Serve: Top with toasted sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling/Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1.5 cups (200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg