Ingredients
– 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 4 cups napa cabbage, shredded
– 1 cup carrots, shredded
– 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
– 1 cup green onions, chopped
– ½ cup cilantro, chopped
– ½ cup sliced almonds
– ½ cup crispy chow mein noodles
– 1 tablespoon sesame oil
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
– 1 tablespoon honey
– 1 teaspoon grated ginger
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Creating the Asian Chicken Crunch Salad is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Cook the Chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, add a bit of sesame oil. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked. Remove from heat and let cool.
2. Shred the Chicken: Once cooled, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
3. Prepare the Vegetables: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded napa cabbage, carrots, red bell pepper, green onions, and cilantro.
4. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and grated ginger until well combined.
5. Combine Ingredients: Add the shredded chicken to the vegetable mixture. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is well coated.
6. Add Crunch: Just before serving, sprinkle the sliced almonds and crispy chow mein noodles on top for an added crunch.
7. Taste and Adjust: Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add more soy sauce or honey depending on your preference.
8. Serve: Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 30g