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Asian Peanut Chicken Salad Recipe

Asian Peanut Chicken Salad Recipe
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Enjoy the delightful flavors of this Asian Peanut Chicken Salad featuring a crunchy mix of veggies, tender chicken, and a creamy peanut dressing. This salad is a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and nutty notes, making it a satisfying and healthy meal option.

Ingredients

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Salad:

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast (shredded or chopped)
  • 4 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
  • 3 green onions (sliced)
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds (optional)

Dressing:

  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 2–3 tablespoons warm water (to thin dressing)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Salad: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, green cabbage, purple cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, green onions, cilantro, peanuts, and sesame seeds if using.
  2. Make Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, lime juice, ginger, and garlic until smooth. Add warm water one tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
  3. Combine: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated.
  4. Serve: Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 4 hours to enhance flavors.

Notes

  • You can use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with edamame or tofu.
  • This salad is also great served in lettuce cups or wraps.

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