Thai Peanut Chicken Salad Recipe
Whether you’re looking for a quick lunch, a light dinner, or even a dish to impress at a gathering, this recipe checks all the boxes. It’s packed with flavor, loaded with healthy ingredients, and so easy to whip up. Plus, it’s one of those meals that feels fancy but secretly requires minimal effort.
Equipment
- Large Salad Bowl
- Whisk or fork
- Cutting Board & Knife
- Measuring Spoons and Cups
- Small bowl
- Grater or Box Grater
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken or cooked chicken breast
- 4 cups mixed greens romaine, spinach, or your favorite lettuce
- 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 1 cucumber thinly sliced into half-moons
- 3 green onions chopped
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves
- ¼ cup chopped peanuts for topping
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds optional
For the Peanut Dressing
- ¼ cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup for vegan
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1-2 tablespoons warm water to thin, as needed
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken:
- If you're using rotisserie chicken, simply shred it with a fork.
- If you’re using cooked chicken breasts, cook them in a skillet or bake them in the oven, then shred or chop into bite-sized pieces.
Prepare the Veggies:
- Slice the cucumber, bell pepper, and green onions.
- Shred the cabbage and carrots if they aren’t pre-shredded. You can use a grater for this or a food processor if you have one.
Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, combine the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, honey, and sesame oil.
- Use a whisk or fork to stir everything together until it’s smooth. Add water a little at a time to thin the dressing to your preferred consistency.
Assemble the Salad:
- In a large salad bowl, add the mixed greens, shredded chicken, cabbage, carrots, cucumber, bell pepper, and green onions.
- Add the Dressing:
- Drizzle the peanut dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.
Top It Off:
- Sprinkle chopped peanuts, sesame seeds, and fresh cilantro on top of the salad for extra crunch and flavor.
Serve and Enjoy:
- Grab a fork and dig into your colorful, flavorful Thai Peanut Chicken Salad!
Notes
Nutritional Value (Per Serving)
- Calories: 350-400 kcal
- Protein: 25-30g
- Fat: 20-25g
- Carbohydrates: 20-25g
- Fiber: 4-6g
- Sugar: 8-10g
- Sodium: 700-800mg
The nutritional information on this website is only an estimate and is provided for convenience and as a courtesy only. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed. It should not be used as a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.