Description
Asian Chicken Salad with Chili Crisp Dressing is a delightful fusion of fresh ingredients and bold flavors. This vibrant salad features crisp greens, tender grilled chicken, and a spicy chili crisp dressing that tantalizes your taste buds. Perfect for picnics or weeknight dinners, it’s both nutritious and satisfying. With its bright colors and crunch, this dish transforms any meal into an exciting culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cups mixed greens (romaine and spinach)
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1 cup grated carrots
- ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ¼ cup chili crisp sauce
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- ½ cup chopped peanuts or cashews
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Preheat grill or skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Prepare the Vegetables: While the chicken cooks, chop greens, shred cabbage, and grate carrots into a large mixing bowl.
- Make the Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together chili crisp sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, and sesame oil until well combined.
- Toss Everything Together: Slice cooked chicken into strips and add to the bowl of vegetables along with chopped nuts. Drizzle dressing over everything and toss gently to combine.
- Serve It Up: Spoon salad into bowls or plates, garnishing with additional peanuts or cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (about 2 cups)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg