Ingredients for Chinese Chicken Salad With Peanut Butter Dressing
- Peanut Oil
- Toasted Sesame Oil
- Creamy Peanut Butter
- Rice Vinegar
- Lime, Juice Of
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Garlic Clove
- Fresh Ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Skinless Chicken Breasts
- Lettuce Greens
- Fresh Cilantro
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How to Make Chinese Chicken Salad With Peanut Butter Dressing
- **Make the Peanut Dressing:** In a blender or food processor, combine 1/4 cup peanut butter, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 clove minced garlic, 1 teaspoon grated ginger, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, and 1/4 cup sesame oil. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- **Prepare the Chicken:** Cut 1.5 cups cooked chicken (rotisserie or leftover) into bite-sized pieces.
- **Assemble the Salad:** In a large bowl, combine the chicken with 2 cups shredded mixed greens, 1/2 cup shredded carrots, 1/2 cup chopped red cabbage, 1/4 cup chopped scallions, and 1/4 cup chopped cilantro.
- **Dress and Garnish:** Just before serving, gently toss the salad with the peanut dressing. Drizzle with 1 teaspoon Mongolian fire oil (optional) and 1 teaspoon hot chili sesame oil (optional). Sprinkle with 1/4 cup chopped peanuts.
- **Enjoy!** This vibrant salad is perfect for a quick lunch, light dinner, or a satisfying snack.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
19 g
Sugar
28g
Fat
14g
Carbs
3g
