Awesome Vietnamese Chicken Salad Recipe

Ingredients for Awesome Vietnamese Chicken Salad

• Chicken Breast Halves
• Chili Paste
• Red Chili Pepper
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• Rice Wine Vinegar
• 1/4 cup fish sauce
• Peanut Oil
• Salt
• Sesame Seeds
• 1/4 cup chopped peanuts (for garnish)
• Yellow Onions
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
• Garlic Cloves
• Fresh Ginger
• Limes
• Thai Red Chili Pepper
• Thai Basil
• Of Fresh Mint
• Celery
• Coriander Sprigs
• Seedless Cucumber
• Carrots
• Daikon Radish
• Cabbage
• Bell Peppers
• 1/2 cup bean sprouts
• Purple Cabbage
• Fresh Lime Leaves

How to Make Awesome Vietnamese Chicken Salad

1. Cook the chicken: Boil 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts in salted water until cooked through (about 15-20 minutes). Shred the chicken once cooled.
2. Prepare the vegetables: Thinly slice 1/2 cup red onion, finely chop 1 cup fresh cilantro, 1/2 cup fresh mint, and 1/2 cup bean sprouts.
3. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup fish sauce, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes.
4. Combine everything: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, red onion, cilantro, mint, bean sprouts, and dressing. Toss gently to coat.
5. Serve: Garnish with chopped peanuts (1/4 cup) and serve immediately or chill for later. Enjoy your authentic Vietnamese Chicken Salad!