Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Chinese Chicken Salad, a delightful dish that combines crispy romaine lettuce, tender chicken, crunchy peanuts, and a zesty dressing. Perfect for gatherings or meal prep, this salad is as visually stunning as it is delicious. With its colorful ingredients and refreshing taste, it’s sure to impress your guests and leave them coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 6 cups crisp romaine lettuce, chopped
- 4 green onions, sliced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup unsalted roasted peanuts
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 tbsp unseasoned rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- Sriracha (optional)
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Grill or pan-sear over medium heat for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Let rest before shredding into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), garlic, ginger, and optional Sriracha to create the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken with romaine lettuce, green onions, carrots, and peanuts. Drizzle dressing over the top and toss to coat evenly.
- Garnish with extra peanuts and sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added sweetness and texture, consider mixing in mandarin oranges or crunchy almonds. To make this dish vegan-friendly, substitute chicken with grilled tofu or chickpeas and use a tahini-based dressing.