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Thai Chicken Salad Recipe For Busy Weeknights

Thai Chicken Salad with Silky Peanut Dressing

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This vibrant Thai-inspired salad is the ultimate solution for hectic weeknights. Combining protein-rich shredded chicken with a colorful mix of crunchy cabbage, crisp bell peppers, and carrots, it brings restaurant-quality flavors to your home table in under twenty minutes. The star of the dish is the savory, tangy peanut dressing which ties everything together for a refreshing and satisfying meal you can feel good about eating.

  • Total Time: 15
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups shredded chicken
  • 4 cups green cabbage, shredded
  • 1 cup red cabbage, shredded
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup carrots, julienned
  • 1 cup mandarin oranges (drained and dried)
  • 1/2 cup green onions, sliced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro leaves, chopped
  • 1/2 cup honey roasted peanuts
  • 1/3 cup slivered almonds
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha
  • 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Instructions

  1. Place all dressing ingredients into a food processor or large mixing bowl and whisk vigorously until smooth.
  2. Cover the dressing and refrigerate to allow flavors to meld.
  3. In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, and cooked chicken.
  4. Toss the salad base thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
  5. Add mandarin oranges, green onions, and fresh cilantro to the bowl.
  6. Drizzle with the prepared dressing and toss gently to coat right before serving.
  7. Top the salad with honey roasted peanuts and slivered almonds for extra crunch.

Notes

  • Store the dressing separately from the salad greens to prevent wilting if not serving immediately.
  • You can use any leftover rotisserie chicken to save even more time.
  • The dressing will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Author: Elsa
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Category: Chicken
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Thai-inspired