Description
This Asian Chicken Crunch Salad is a protein-packed, flavor-loaded dish that combines sesame-marinated chicken, crisp veggies, and a creamy peanut dressing for the ultimate crunchy, satisfying bite. Perfect for meal prep or a healthy weeknight dinner, this colorful salad offers bold Asian-inspired flavors in every forkful.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
Chicken breast
Low sodium soy sauce or tamari
Minced garlic
Brown sugar
Tahini
Toasted sesame oil
Rice vinegar
Fresh grated ginger
Sriracha
Sesame seeds
For the Salad:
Shredded purple cabbage
Shredded green cabbage
Shredded carrot
Red bell pepper, thinly sliced
Shelled edamame
Diced green onion
Chopped cilantro
Chopped peanuts
For the Dressing:
Natural creamy peanut butter
Rice vinegar
Honey
Toasted sesame oil
Low sodium soy sauce or tamari
Minced garlic
Fresh grated ginger
Sriracha
Warm water (to thin)
Instructions
-
Marinate the Chicken:
Cut chicken into 1-inch cubes. Combine all marinade ingredients in a bowl and add chicken. Marinate for 15–60 minutes. -
Make the Dressing:
Whisk all dressing ingredients until smooth and creamy. Add warm water to thin to desired consistency. -
Prep the Veggies:
Shred cabbages, slice bell pepper, and prep carrots, edamame, green onion, and cilantro. -
Cook the Chicken:
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook marinated chicken, reserving excess marinade. Once browned, add marinade and cook until chicken is fully done and sauce thickens. -
Assemble the Salad:
In a large bowl, mix all salad veggies. Pour over dressing and toss to coat evenly. -
Add Chicken & Garnish:
Add cooked chicken to the salad. Toss again and garnish with sesame seeds or extra cilantro if desired.
Notes
Use tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free option.
Tofu or tempeh can replace chicken for a vegetarian variation.
Add rice noodles or serve in a wrap for a filling twist.
Store dressing separately for freshest results when meal prepping.
Adjust sriracha to control spice level.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Marinated, Skillet Cooked, Tossed
- Cuisine: Asian
