Chinese Chicken Salad
Chinese Chicken Salad is a vibrant and crunchy dish that beautifully blends tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy peanut dressing. Ideal for lunch or dinner, this salad is not only delicious but also visually stunning. Its medley of flavors and textures makes it perfect for picnics or family gatherings. Quick to prepare and customizable, this recipe will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 4 green onions, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup natural peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through. Let them rest before slicing.
- While the chicken bakes, chop cabbage, bell peppers, and carrots into thin strips.
- In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, and a splash of water until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine sliced chicken with chopped vegetables. Drizzle the dressing over and toss until well-coated.
- Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg