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Thai Peanut Chicken Salad

Thai Peanut Chicken Salad
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Experience a burst of flavor and vibrant colors with this Thai Peanut Chicken Salad! This delightful dish combines tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a creamy peanut dressing, making it a perfect choice for any occasion. Whether you’re planning a busy weeknight meal or hosting a family gathering, this salad is both easy to prepare and impressive to serve. In just 35 minutes, you can have a nutritious, satisfying meal that everyone will love. Customize it to your taste by adding fruits or adjusting the spice level. Ideal for meal prep, this salad can be enjoyed fresh or stored for quick lunches throughout the week.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
  • 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
  • 1 cup carrots, julienned
  • 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup red cabbage, shredded
  • ½ cup cilantro, chopped
  • ¼ cup green onions, sliced
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp Sriracha sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook for 6–8 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Allow cooling before slicing.
  2. Prepare veggies: Chop bell peppers, carrots, cucumber, red cabbage, cilantro, and green onions into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Make the dressing: Whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey (or maple syrup), and Sriracha in a bowl until smooth.
  4. Toss everything together: Combine chopped veggies and sliced chicken in a large bowl. Drizzle with dressing and mix until evenly coated.
  5. Garnish & Serve: Top with cilantro and green onions before serving immediately or chill for 30 minutes to enhance flavors.

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