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Easy Thai Crunch Chicken Salad

A vibrant and refreshing Thai-inspired salad with tender chicken, crisp cabbage, crunchy peanuts, and a creamy, tangy peanut dressing. Perfect for quick lunches, meal prep, or light dinners!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course, Salad
Cuisine Asian, Thai
Servings 4 people
Calories 430 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
  • 2 cups shredded green cabbage or Napa cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded red cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, sliced or julienned
  • 1/4 cup sliced scallions (green onions)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/3 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1-2 tbsp water (to thin dressing as needed)

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
  • Add water gradually to the dressing, whisking until smooth and pourable. Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, green cabbage, red cabbage, shredded carrots, sliced red bell pepper, cucumber, scallions, and cilantro.
  • Pour the peanut dressing over the salad ingredients.
  • Toss everything thoroughly until all the veggies and chicken are coated in the creamy dressing.
  • Transfer the salad to serving bowls and sprinkle chopped roasted peanuts on top for extra crunch.
  • Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld for an even tastier experience.

Nutrition

Serving: 1peopleCalories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 32gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 550mgFiber: 4gSugar: 9g
Keyword Chicken Salad, Healthy Salad, Peanut Dressing, Thai Salad
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