Description
A delightful Sesame Chicken Salad featuring tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a nutty dressing, perfect for any family gathering or casual dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken (breast or thighs)
- 4 cups romaine lettuce or baby spinach
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 3 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey or sugar
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Marinate your chicken in sesame oil, soy sauce, minced garlic, and honey for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the marinated chicken in a skillet over medium heat until golden and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes.
- Wash and chop the chosen vegetables while the chicken cools.
- In a small bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, vinegar, and sweetener to make the dressing.
- In a big bowl, combine the greens, chopped veggies, and warm chicken. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently.
- Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and serve on a platter or in individual bowls.
Notes
Feel free to substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for variation. Keep the dressing separate until serving to maintain crispness of the salad.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: salad, chicken salad, sesame chicken, healthy meal, Asian cuisine