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Chinese Chicken Salad

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3-4 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 4 cups Shredded Cabbage
  • 1 cup grated Carrots
  • 4 Green Onions
  • 1 cup Toasted Peanuts
  • 1/4 cup chopped Cilantro
  • 1/4 cup Sesame Oil
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium Soy Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar
  • 1-2 tbsp Honey or Sugar
  • 1 tbsp grated Fresh Ginger
  • 1 Garlic Clove

Method
 

  1. Bring water to boil in a pot.
  2. Add chicken breasts and simmer for 15-20 minutes until cooked through and no longer pink inside.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic until well combined and smooth.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded cabbage, grated carrots, sliced green onions, chopped cilantro, and toasted peanuts.
  5. Once cooled slightly after cooking, shred or chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  6. Fold the chicken gently into the veggie mixture.
  7. Pour the dressing over the salad mix.
  8. Toss everything together until every piece is beautifully coated in the sauce.
  9. Transfer to a serving platter or individual bowls.
  10. Garnish with extra peanuts or cilantro if desired.

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