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How to Make Easy Sesame Chicken Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to quick and easy meals, a good salad is always a go-to option. And if you're looking for a salad that's packed with flavor and protein, you'll love this Easy Sesame Chicken Salad recipe. This dish is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it comes together in no time, making it perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.

The star of this salad is the tender, juicy chicken that's tossed in a flavorful sesame marinade. The combination of soy sauce, sesame oil, and hon...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, or to taste
  • 3 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup olive oil
  • 7 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 6 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
  • 3 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper, or to taste
  • 4 tablespoons sesame seeds
  • 1 (16 ounce) package mixed salad greens
  • 1 ¼ cups halved cherry tomatoes
  • ¾ medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 mandarin oranges, peeled and segmented

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 5 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove from the heat and set aside to cool.
  • While chicken is cooling, combine olive oil, vinegar, soy sauce, ginger, brown sugar, garlic, and red pepper in a Mason jar; close lid and shake vigorously until combined.
  • Chop cooled chicken and place in a bowl with dressing and sesame seeds; toss to combine.
  • Combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and onion in a large bowl. Mix in dressed chicken and top with mandarin oranges.

    • Nutrition

    346 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 65mg
    • Sodium: 521mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 8g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 70mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 413mg

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    Salad recipes
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    Chicken recipes
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