Crispy Sesame Chicken Cabbage Salad
A vibrant and crunchy salad featuring tender chicken, fresh cabbage, and a rich sesame dressing, perfect for quick meals and gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 2 cups green cabbage, finely chopped
- 1 cup carrots, shredded
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds, toasted
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
Seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat some oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Once hot, add the chicken and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest before slicing it into strips.
Making the Dressing
- In a bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey (or maple syrup), and sesame oil until well combined.
- Set the dressing aside.
Preparing the Salad
- Chop the cabbage and shred the carrots.
- Place the cabbage, carrots, and green onions in a large salad bowl.
- In a dry skillet, toast the sesame seeds over medium heat, stirring often until they are golden and fragrant (about 3-5 minutes).
Combining and Serving
- Add the sliced chicken to the bowl of veggies.
- Drizzle with the dressing and sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the top.
- Toss everything together until well mixed.
- Serve the salad cold or at room temperature as a light meal or a side dish.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with crispy tofu. You can prepare the dressing a day in advance and store it in the refrigerator. Consider adding peanuts or almonds for extra crunch.