Crunchy Sesame Chicken Salad: A delicious fusion of flavors!
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Today, we’re indulging in this delightful Crunchy Sesame Chicken Salad recipe. Not only is this salad a feast for your eyes it’s bursting with fresh flavors and crunchy texture.
Crunchy Sesame Chicken Salad
The Honey Sesame Chicken is perfectly seasoned with sea salt and ground black pepper and seared to golden perfection in olive oil. Drizzled with honey and sprinkled with roasted sesame seeds, each bite offers a delightful combination of sweet and savory notes. Tender, juicy chicken and crunchy vegetables are a winning combination!
Now, let’s talk about my Crunchy Salad. Bursting with vibrant colors and fresh flavors, this salad is a feast for your senses. I sliced carrots and red bell peppers. Next, I shredded red and green cabbage to create a colorful medley. Toss these veggies with cilantro and green onions and dress it with a delectable mixture of sesame oil and soy sauce. So good! This salad component of this recipe adds a refreshing and crunchy contrast to the rich flavors of the chicken.
Ingredients
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Honey Sesame Chicken
- Chicken breasts, boneless, skinless. You can sub thighs, wings, or drumsticks
- sea salt
- ground black pepper
- olive oil
- honey
- roasted sesame seeds
Crunchy Salad
- carrots
- red bell pepper
- shredded red cabbage
- shredded green cabbage
- cilantro
- green onions
- sesame oil
- soy sauce. You can sub coconut aminos or tamari sauce.
Storing and reheating
How to store leftovers
Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
How to freeze
Allow to cool down and freeze in an airtight container for 1 month.
How to reheat
Reheat in the microwave until heated through.
Crunchy Sesame Chicken Salad Cooking Tips:
- When cooking the chicken, preheat your skillet properly and avoid overcrowding the pan. This ensures that the chicken gets a nice sear and cooks evenly.
- For extra flavor, you can marinate the chicken in the honey and sesame seed mixture for a few hours before cooking. This allows the flavors to penetrate the meat and results in even more deliciousness.
- Feel free to customize the Crunchy Salad with your favorite vegetables or add-ins. This recipe is versatile, so don’t hesitate to get creative and make it your own.
Crunchy Sesame Chicken Salad FAQ:
Q: Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts?
A: Absolutely! Chicken thighs work just as well in this recipe and offer a slightly richer flavor. Just adjust the cooking time accordingly to ensure they’re cooked through.
Q: Can I make the salad ahead of time?
A: Yes, you can prepare the Crunchy Salad in advance and store it in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Just wait to dress it with the sesame oil and soy sauce until just before serving to keep it crisp and fresh.
Q: Can I make this recipe gluten-free?
A: Yes, simply use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari in place of regular soy sauce to make this dish gluten-free.
Conclusion
In conclusion, this Honey Sesame Chicken with Crunchy Salad is a winning combination of flavors and textures that’s both satisfying and delicious. Whether you’re looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing dish to impress your guests, this recipe is sure to please. So go ahead, give it a try, and prepare to be amazed by the incredible flavors that await you!
And….. I have more recipes that you’ll love!
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Crunchy Sesame Chicken Salad
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts boneless, skinless (1 lb | 453 g)
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds roasted
Crunchy Salad
- 1 cup 4.3oz | 122g carrots sliced
- 1 cup 4.23oz | 120g red bell pepper sliced
- 2 cup 3.13oz | 89g red cabbage shredded
- 2 cups 3.13oz | 89g green cabbage shredded
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons green onions
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
Instructions
Honey Sesame Chicken:
- Assemble your ingredients.
- Halve chicken breast lengthwise. Season with salt and pepper on both sides and brush with honey.2 large chicken breasts, ½ teaspoon sea salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon olive oil, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- Heat a grilled pan with oil and sear chicken on both sides until cooked. It will take 4-5 minutes. Remove and sprinkle sesame on top.
Crunchy Salad:
- Add all ingredients for the salad in a bowl and toss. (You can do this in advance if you prefer vegetables to be a bit softer.)1 cup 4.3oz | 122g carrots, 1 cup 4.23oz | 120g red bell pepper, 2 cup 3.13oz | 89g red cabbage, 2 cups 3.13oz | 89g green cabbage, 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, 2 tablespoons green onions, 2 tablespoons sesame oil, 1 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- Arrange on plates and serve with chicken breast.
- Store any leftovers in the fridge up to 5 days.
Nutrition
Nutritional information given is an automatic calculation and can vary based on the exact products you use and changes you make to the recipe. If these numbers are important to you, I recommend calculating them yourself.