Asian Chicken Salad with Sesame Dressing

Asian Chicken Salad with Sesame Dressing

Ingredients:

For the Salad:

• 2 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced red cabbage
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 1/4 cup chopped peanuts or cashews
• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)

For the Sesame Dressing:

• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:
   • Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
   • Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
   • Cook the chicken breasts until fully cooked and golden brown on both sides (about 6-7 minutes per side).
   • Remove from the skillet and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.
2. Prepare the Salad:
   • In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, shredded carrots, red cabbage, green onions, and chopped nuts.
3. Prepare the Dressing:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, olive oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame seeds until well combined.
4. Assemble the Salad:
   • Arrange the salad mixture on a serving platter or individual plates.
   • Top with the sliced chicken strips.
   • Drizzle the sesame dressing over the salad.
   • Sprinkle with additional sesame seeds for garnish.
5. Serve:
   • Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh, flavorful Asian Chicken Salad!