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Vibrant Thai Chicken Salad with crunchy veggies and peanut dressing served in a bowl.

Thai Chicken Salad


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  • Author: Oliver
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

A fresh and crunchy salad featuring shredded cabbage, juicy chicken, and a creamy peanut dressing, perfect for a light dinner or meal prep.


Ingredients

Salad Ingredients

  • 4 cups Shredded cabbage (green, purple, or bagged slaw mix) (Cabbage serves as the base, staying crunchy.)
  • 2 cups Cooked chicken (rotisserie or cooked chicken breast) (For quickest prep, use rotisserie chicken.)
  • 1 cup Carrots (shredded or matchsticks) (Adds natural sweetness and crunch.)
  • 1 cup Cucumber (thin slices or half moons) (Keeps it light and refreshing.)
  • 1 medium Red bell pepper (thin strips) (For color and flavor.)
  • 1/2 cup Green onions (sliced) (Adds a mild onion flavor.)
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro (optional) (Adds a fresh herb flavor.)
  • 1 cup Mango or pineapple (optional) (For added sweetness.)

Peanut Dressing Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup Creamy peanut butter (Core ingredient for the dressing.)
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice (For tanginess.)
  • 2 tablespoons Soy sauce or tamari (For umami flavor.)
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or brown sugar (For sweetness.)
  • 1 clove Garlic (minced) (Adds depth of flavor.)
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated) (For warmth.)
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha or chili garlic sauce (For heat.)
  • 2 tablespoons Warm water (To thin the dressing if necessary.)


Instructions

Preparation

  1. In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage and all the chopped vegetables.
  2. Add the cooked, shredded chicken and cilantro.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the peanut dressing ingredients until smooth.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad a little at a time, tossing to coat. Adjust the amount of dressing based on your preference.
  5. Top with chopped peanuts and extra cilantro if desired.

Notes

For meal prep, store the salad base, dressing, and toppings separately to maintain crunch. The salad base can last 3-4 days in the fridge.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: dinner, Lunch, Salad
  • Cuisine: Thai