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Thai Peanut Crunch Chicken Salad

Packed with juicy chicken, crisp cabbage, fresh vegetables, herbs, and a creamy Thai-inspired peanut dressing, this Thai Peanut Crunch Chicken Salad is a high-protein meal that's full of bold flavor and satisfying crunch. It's perfect for meal prep, easy lunches, or a fresh, filling dinner that comes together with simple ingredients.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 437kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

For the chicken

  • 1 1/2 lbs chicken thighs or breasts, cut into cubes
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder

For the peanut dressing

  • 1/3 cup peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup canned full-fat coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup coconut aminos
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sriracha
  • 1 clove of garlic
  • 2 tsp ginger powder
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil

For the salad base

  • bag of cabbage slaw
  • 1/2 cup crushed peanuts
  • 2 red bell peppers, thinly sliced
  • 1 handful of cilantro, roughly chopped
  • 1 bunch of green onions, green part only, thinly sliced
  • 3-4 persian cucumbers, thinly sliced

Optional toppings

  • Sliced avocados
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Sesame seeds
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Instructions

  • Preheat a pan to medium-high heat and add avocado oil. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Add the chicken to the pan and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked.
  • While the chicken is cooking, make the peanut dressing. Add all the peanut dressing ingredients to a blender and blend on high for around 1 minute until fully smooth. Taste the dressing and add salt as necessary. Place in the fridge until you're ready to assemble the salad.
  • Into a large bowl, add all the sliced veggies, peanuts, cilantro, and cooked chicken. Top everything with the peanut dressing and mix really well. Serve immediately and top with your choice of fresh avocado, sesame seeds, and/or cilantro. Enjoy! *If you plan on using this for meal prep, I suggest only adding the dressing right before you eat!

Nutrition

Calories: 437kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 30g | Fiber: 5g