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Crunchy Thai Chicken Salad with Peanut Dressing – Easy Healthy Weeknight Favorite

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Crunchy Thai Chicken Salad with Peanut Dressing is a vibrant mix of juicy chicken, crisp vegetables, and a creamy peanut-lime dressing. It’s fresh, flavorful, and perfect for quick meals or entertaining.

  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 1 cup bell peppers (thinly sliced)
  • 1 cup carrots (julienned)
  • 1 cup cucumbers (diced)
  • ½ cup cilantro (chopped)
  • ½ cup mint (chopped)
  • ½ cup unsweetened peanut butter
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 1 tbsp honey (optional)
  • Water as needed for consistency

Instructions

  1. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for about 6 minutes on each side until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F). Let rest before slicing.
  2. While the chicken cools, chop bell peppers, julienne carrots, and dice cucumbers.
  3. In a bowl, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, and water. Whisk until smooth.
  4. Slice cooled chicken into strips or cubes and toss with veggies and herbs in a large bowl.
  5. Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
  6. Serve immediately or chill for later.

Notes

  • Adjust water in dressing for desired thickness.
  • Chill before serving for a more refreshing taste.
  • Swap mint or cilantro based on preference.
  • Author: lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: Thai

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 650 mg
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 24 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg