Description
This Thai Peanut Chicken Crunch Slaw Salad is a vibrant, flavorful dish loaded with colorful veggies, tender chicken, and a creamy peanut dressing. It’s perfect for healthy lunches, light dinners, or meal prep, and brings bold Thai flavors in a quick and easy recipe.
Ingredients
2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken (or grilled chicken)
3 cups coleslaw mix or shredded cabbage
1 cup shredded carrots
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/3 cup chopped roasted peanuts
Optional: sliced jalapeños, sesame seeds
For the Peanut Dressing:
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp grated fresh ginger
1 garlic clove, minced
2–3 tbsp warm water (to thin)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken, coleslaw mix, carrots, red bell pepper, cilantro, and green onions.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the peanut dressing ingredients until smooth. Add water gradually to reach desired consistency.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is well coated.
Top with chopped peanuts and optional garnishes like jalapeños or sesame seeds.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days.
Notes
You can use grilled tofu or chickpeas for a vegetarian option.
Make the dressing ahead for quick assembly.
Best served cold or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad, Main Course
- Method: Tossed / No-Cook
- Cuisine: Thai-Inspired / Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (~1/4 recipe)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 630mg