Thai Peanut Chicken Crunch Slaw Salad Recipe
This Thai Peanut Chicken Crunch Slaw Salad combines tender chicken, crisp veggies, and a creamy Thai peanut dressing for a quick, nutritious meal. Packed with bold Asian flavors, it’s the perfect salad for lunch or dinner, and ideal for meal prep. Enjoy a healthy balance of protein and crunch in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad, Main Course
- Method: No-Cook, Tossed
- Cuisine: Thai-Inspired, Asian Fusion
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
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3 cups coleslaw mix (shredded cabbage and carrots)
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1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
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1 cup shredded purple cabbage
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½ cup sliced green onions
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½ cup chopped cilantro
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¼ cup roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
For the Thai Peanut Dressing:
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¼ cup creamy peanut butter
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2 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 tablespoon rice vinegar
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1 tablespoon lime juice
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1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
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1 teaspoon sesame oil
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1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
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1–2 tablespoons warm water (to thin)
Instructions
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Make the dressing: In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, honey, sesame oil, and ginger. Add warm water as needed to reach a pourable consistency.
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Combine salad ingredients: In a large bowl, mix coleslaw, bell pepper, purple cabbage, green onions, cilantro, and chicken.
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Dress and toss: Pour the Thai peanut dressing over the salad and toss until everything is well-coated.
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Garnish and serve: Top with chopped peanuts. Serve immediately or chill for later.
Notes
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Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
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Add sliced cucumber or edamame for extra crunch and protein.
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Dressing can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 550mg