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Crunchy Thai Chicken Salad with Creamy Peanut Dressing

A vibrant bowl of thai chicken salad featuring shredded chicken, carrots, cabbage, and a creamy peanut dressing, topped with crushed peanuts.
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Make this vibrant and satisfying Thai Chicken Salad featuring tender shredded chicken, crisp vegetables, and a homemade, tangy peanut dressing. This recipe delivers bold Asian flavors and is perfect for a healthy lunch, light dinner, or easy meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • 4 cups shredded Napa cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped mint leaves
  • 1/2 cup dry roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
  • For the Peanut Dressing:
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup warm water
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, warm water, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, lime juice, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes until smooth and creamy. Add more warm water, one teaspoon at a time, if the dressing is too thick.
  2. Combine the salad base: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, Napa cabbage, carrots, red bell pepper, cilantro, and mint.
  3. Dress the salad: Pour about three-quarters of the peanut dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture. Toss gently until all ingredients are lightly coated. Add more dressing if needed to reach your desired level of coating.
  4. Serve: Divide the salad among serving bowls. Top each serving with a sprinkle of chopped peanuts. Serve immediately or chill for later meal prep.

Notes

  • For quick chicken, use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken. Shred it finely for the best texture.
  • This salad keeps well for meal prep for up to three days if you store the dressing separately until serving.
  • If you prefer a different flavor profile, substitute the peanut dressing with a zesty ginger sesame dressing.

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