Description
A vibrant and flavorful salad bursting with color and texture, this Asian Chicken Crunch Salad features juicy marinated chicken, crisp vegetables, and a creamy peanut dressing with a spicy kick. It’s packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats—perfect for a nourishing lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
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1 pound chicken breast
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1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce or tamari
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1 tablespoon minced garlic
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1–2 tablespoons brown sugar (adjust to taste)
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1 tablespoon tahini
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1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
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1 tablespoon rice vinegar
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2 teaspoons fresh grated ginger
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1 tablespoon sriracha
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1 tablespoon sesame seeds
For the Salad:
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3 cups shredded purple cabbage
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3 cups shredded green cabbage
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1 cup shredded carrot
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1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
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1/2 cup shelled edamame
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1/2 cup diced green onion
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1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
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1/4 cup chopped peanuts
For the Dressing:
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3 tablespoons natural creamy peanut butter
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2 tablespoons rice vinegar
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2 tablespoons honey
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1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
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2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce or tamari
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1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
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1 teaspoon minced garlic
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2 teaspoons sriracha
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2 tablespoons warm water (or more as needed to thin)
Instructions
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In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, garlic, brown sugar, tahini, sesame oil, rice vinegar, ginger, sriracha, and sesame seeds.
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Add chicken breasts to the marinade. Cover and let marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, up to 8 hours.
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Grill, bake, or pan-cook the chicken until fully cooked (internal temp of 165°F), then let rest and slice into strips.
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In a large bowl, combine purple cabbage, green cabbage, carrot, bell pepper, edamame, green onion, cilantro, and peanuts.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients until smooth. Add warm water to thin as needed.
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Toss salad with dressing until evenly coated.
- Top with sliced chicken. Garnish with extra peanuts or sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
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Great for meal prep—store the salad, chicken, and dressing separately and combine just before serving.
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Add rice noodles or quinoa for extra bulk.
- Can be made vegetarian by substituting tofu or tempeh for chicken.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired