Asian-Inspired Chopped Chicken Salad
This Paleo Chinese Chopped Chicken Salad is bursting with flavor! Shredded cabbage, carrots, and cilantro are tossed with the tastiest sesame ginger dressing for a sweet and tangy salad with a satisfying crunch.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs (may use chicken breast)
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 tablespoon ghee or fat of choice
- 1/3 head Napa cabbage shredded
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup sliced green onion
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
For the Dressing:
- 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 2 limes juiced
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the ghee. Pat the chicken dry then salt and pepper it and add to pan. Cook for 5-7 minutes per side, until browned. Remove from pan and let cool, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together all of the dressing ingredients.
- In a large bowl, toss the cabbage, carrots, green onion, cilantro, and chicken, then drizzle on the desired amount dressing and toss again. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 330kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 114mg | Sodium: 811mg | Potassium: 978mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 5860IU | Vitamin C: 36mg | Calcium: 95mg | Iron: 1mg