Description
Experience the vibrant crunch and savory delight of this Chinese chicken salad, perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. With tender marinated chicken, fresh veggies, and a zesty dressing, this dish is not just a meal; it’s a celebration of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds dancing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ¼ cup peanuts or almonds, toasted
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- ¼ cup rice vinegar (unseasoned)
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp chili paste (optional for heat)
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp ginger paste or fresh ginger, minced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- Preheat grill or stovetop pan over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Grill for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, ginger paste, garlic, and chili paste if desired.
- While the chicken rests, chop the romaine lettuce, bell peppers, and carrots into bite-sized pieces. Combine in a large salad bowl.
- Thinly slice the rested chicken against the grain and add to the veggie mix along with chopped cilantro and toasted nuts.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss until well combined. Enjoy immediately or chill in the fridge for an enhanced flavor experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg