Description
A refreshing and crunchy salad featuring tender chicken, shredded cabbage, and carrots, all tossed in a creamy peanut dressing infused with lemon and garlic.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or sliced
- 4 cups shredded cabbage (red or green)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons crushed peanuts for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the chicken breast until the internal temperature reaches 165F, let it rest, and then shred or slice it into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, lemon juice, minced garlic, soy sauce, and honey until the dressing is smooth.
- Combine the shredded cabbage and carrots in a large bowl.
- Add the cooked chicken to the bowl with the vegetables.
- Pour the peanut lemon garlic dressing over the mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- Fold in the chopped cilantro and garnish with crushed peanuts before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Thai-inspired