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Chicken Crunch Salad

Chicken Crunch Salad: A Flavor-Packed Meal Prep Winner

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This Chicken Crunch Salad is a colorful, high-protein, gluten-free meal prep option packed with fresh veggies and a delicious peanut dressing.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
Total Time 24 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Breast cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 3 tbsp Low Sodium Soy Sauce/Tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic fresh garlic delivers the best flavor
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar maple syrup for vegan alternative
  • 1 tbsp Toasted Sesame Oil or regular sesame oil if needed
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Natural Creamy Peanut Butter sunflower butter for nut-free option
  • 2 tbsp Honey agave nectar for vegan version
  • 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar white vinegar is a substitute
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Grated Ginger or ground ginger if fresh isn't available
  • 1 tbsp Sriracha adjust for spice preference
  • 3 tbsp Warm Water add more as needed for consistency
For the Salad
  • 2 cups Shredded Purple and Green Cabbage pre-shredded coleslaw mix can save time
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots can use pre-shredded carrots
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper any bell pepper variety is a substitute
  • 1 cup Shelled Edamame omit for lighter option
  • 2 stalks Green Onion can replace with chives
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro or parsley as alternative
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Peanuts roasted cashews or almonds can be used

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • mandoline or sharp knife

Method
 

Steps
  1. Begin by cutting your chicken breast into 1-inch cubes for even cooking. In a bowl, combine low sodium soy sauce, minced garlic, brown sugar, toasted sesame oil, rice vinegar, fresh grated ginger, and sriracha to create a marinade. Add the chicken to the mixture, ensuring each piece is well coated. Let it marinate for 20 minutes at room temperature.
  2. In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the natural creamy peanut butter, rice vinegar, honey, toasted sesame oil, soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, sriracha, and warm water until smooth and creamy. Adjust the consistency as needed, adding more warm water for a drizzling texture.
  3. While the chicken marinates, prepare your colorful veggies for the salad. Use a mandoline or a sharp knife to shred the purple and green cabbage. Shred carrots for added sweetness and crunch. Dice the red bell pepper into bite-sized pieces.
  4. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once heated, add the marinated chicken cubes to the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the chicken is browned and cooked through, stirring occasionally.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, carrots, red bell pepper, and shelled edamame. Pour the creamy peanut dressing over the veggies, and toss gently to coat evenly. Add the chicken on top, mixing all the elements together.
  6. To finish, sprinkle chopped cilantro and peanuts generously over your Chicken Crunch Salad. Serve immediately, or let it sit for a few minutes to meld flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For meal prep, store the salad and dressing separately to maintain freshness. Combine just before serving.

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