Description
Experience a flavor explosion with this Asian Chicken Salad featuring tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a spicy chili crisp dressing. Perfect for picnics or dinner parties, this salad is not only visually stunning but also easy to prepare, making it a crowd-pleaser. Each bite offers a delightful crunch and a zesty kick that will leave your taste buds wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 6 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 2 medium carrots, shredded
- 4 green onions, sliced
- 3–4 tablespoons chili crisp sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- Cook chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Let cool before slicing.
- Meanwhile, chop romaine lettuce, red bell pepper, cucumber, carrots, and green onions into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk together chili crisp sauce, sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey until combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced veggies and chicken. Drizzle with dressing and toss until evenly coated.
- Serve on a platter or individual plates; top with toasted sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 salad (about 250g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg