Best 5 Fast Fabulous Thai Chicken Salad Recipes

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Discover the tantalizing flavors of Thailand with our delectable "Fast and Fabulous Thai Chicken Salad" recipe. This vibrant dish blends the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and savory elements, creating an explosion of taste in every bite. Chicken takes center stage, marinated in a zesty blend of herbs and spices, then grilled to perfection. Combined with a refreshing medley of crisp vegetables, aromatic herbs, and a tangy dressing, this salad promises to transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Bangkok.

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THAI CHICKEN SALAD



Thai Chicken Salad image

Recipe VIDEO above. A chicken salad with a fantastic Thai chilli lime dressing with a great tangy-sweet-salty-spicy balance that South East Asian food is known for. Using Chilli Garlic Sauce is a great way to thicken dressing as well as adding more layers of flavour. Serves 2 as a main, 4 as a side.

Provided by Nagi

Categories     Main     Salad

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 15

180 - 220 g / 6 -7oz chicken breast
150 g / 5 oz mixed lettuce leaves ((or other of choice))
1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes (, halved)
1 small cucumber (, sliced)
1/4 red onion (, finely sliced)
1/2 large red chilli (, deseeded and very finely sliced (Note 1))
1/2 cup roasted cashews (, unsalted preferred)
1/4 cup coriander / cilantro leaves
1 tbsp finely chopped coriander/cilantro stems ((see video))
1 1/2 tsp Chilli Garlic Sauce ((Note 2))
1 small garlic (, minced)
1 1/2 tbsp fresh lime juice (or rice vinegar)
2 tsp fish sauce ((Note 3))
1 tbsp canola oil ((or vegetable, grapeseed or other neutral oil))
1 1/2 tsp sugar ((any, I use white))

Steps:

  • Take the chicken out of the fridge 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Boil water in a saucepan. Add chicken, put the lid on, let the water come back up to a simmer, then remove from stove. Set aside for 20 minutes (even up to 45 min is fine). (Note 4)
  • Remove chicken from water and shred, then cool.
  • Place ingredients in a jar. Shake well. Taste and adjust as required. It should be a balance of tangy / sweet / salty / hint of spice. (Note 5)
  • Place Salad ingredients in a large bowl. Drizzle over most of the Dressing, toss. Serve immediately, drizzled with remaining Dressing.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 385 g, Calories 465 kcal

FABULOUS FALL CHICKEN SALAD



Fabulous Fall Chicken Salad image

Glazed pecans, crisp apples, and sweet dried cranberries give this salad a fall taste that is sure to satisfy all year round.

Provided by Andrea Parker

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (5 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (8 ounce) package mixed salad greens, or to taste
2 medium Fuji apples - peeled, cored, and chopped
½ cup dried cranberries
½ cup glazed pecans
¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
3 medium green onions, thinly sliced
½ cup balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing, or to taste

Steps:

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil when the pan is hot. Add chicken and cook until no longer pink in the centers and juices run clear, 5 to 7 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Allow chicken to rest for 10 minutes, then slice into strips.
  • Toss salad greens, apples, cranberries, pecans, Parmesan cheese, and green onions together in a large bowl until well blended. Top with chicken and serve with balsamic vinaigrette dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407 calories, Carbohydrate 34.2 g, Cholesterol 43.8 mg, Fat 20.4 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 24.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 581.2 mg, Sugar 21.4 g

FAST & FABULOUS THAI CHICKEN SALAD



Fast & Fabulous Thai Chicken Salad image

This healthful recipe looks time-consuming, but it's as simple as can be. Aside from mixing, the only prep work is chopping a red pepper. It's a real crowd-pleaser. -Elinor Ives, Fiskdale, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (14 ounces) coleslaw mix
1/3 cup sesame ginger salad dressing
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1/2 cup Thai peanut sauce
1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
1/2 cup chow mein noodles
2 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine coleslaw mix and salad dressing. Transfer to a serving platter. Combine chicken and peanut sauce; place over coleslaw mixture. Top with red pepper, noodles and onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 588mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FOREVERMAMA'S FABULOUS CHICKEN SALAD



ForeverMama's Fabulous Chicken Salad image

This recipe has been developed from experimenting and tweaking until a great chicken salad was achieved. This chicken salad is OUR FAVORITE! It is good enough to serve for a special occasion/holiday. I hope it becomes your favorite too.

Provided by ForeverMama

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 small rotisserie chicken
1 1/4 cups mayonnaise
2 tablespoons prepared Italian salad dressing (Ken's brand preferred)
2 teaspoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon ginger
1 -1 1/2 cup dried cranberries
2 cups chopped celery
2 -4 scallions, stalks finely chopped (amount is depending on your taste)
1/2 red onion, diced
1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1/2-1 small lime juice, freshly squeezed
1 lime peel, grated (optional)
3/4 teaspoon all purpose seasoning (or to taste, Adobo seasoning, Goya brand)
fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Remove meat from rotisserie chicken. Chop into bite size pieces. Add to large bowl; set aside.
  • In a medium size bowl, add the next 9 ingredients; mix to blend. Add lime juice, adobo seasoning and black pepper to taste. Add to chicken and combine to distribute all ingredients evenly. Taste for seasoning and correct, if necessary. Chill for 1 hour before serving.
  • NOTE: Concerning the seasonings, I don't always add exactly the amounts given, it's all a matter of taste.
  • Tip: I sometimes add a bit of sugar, if I went over too much on the lime juice or if I want a hint of sweetness. I add about 1/2 - 1 tsp sugar.
  • Another Tip: If you go over too much on the salt, add a few more drops of lime juice. Both lime and lemon juice, make the saltiness disapear. Of course test it bit by bit when adding lemon or lime juice, because you don't want to over power with the juice flavor. This tip is one of the secrets of the restaurant trade.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335, Fat 26.2, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 63.9, Sodium 243.9, Carbohydrate 9.6, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 2.8, Protein 16.3

THAI-STYLE CHICKEN SALAD ON CUMIN QUICK BREAD



Thai-Style Chicken Salad on Cumin Quick Bread image

Categories     Sandwich     Chicken     No-Cook     Cocktail Party     Mayonnaise     Lime     Mint     Cilantro     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 34 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 14

For chicken salad
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh coriander
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh mint leaves
a pinch of sugar
2 poached whole skinless boneless chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 pounds), minces (about 3 cups)
1/3 cup finely chopped shallot
1/3 cup thinly sliced scallion
1/4 cup mayonnaise, or to taste
1 loaf of Cumin Quick Bread
about 1/2 cup mayonnaise for garnish
finely chopped fresh parsley leaves for garnish

Steps:

  • Make chicken salad:
  • In a large bowl whisk together the lime juice, the salt, the chili powder, the coriander, the mint, and the sugar, stir in the chicken, the shallot, and the scallion, and stir in the mayonnaise. (The chicken salad may be made 1 day in advance and kept overed and chilled.)
  • Cut the bread into 1/3-inch-thick slices, spread each of half the slices with a scant 2 tablespoons of the chicken salad, and top the chicken salad with the remaining slices. Cut each sandwich in half. Spread a thin layer of the mayonnaise on one of the edges of each sandwich and dip it in the parsley.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe ingredients.
  • If you don't have fish sauce, you can substitute soy sauce or tamari.
  • Add more or less chili pepper to taste.
  • If you want a sweeter salad, add a little bit of honey or agave nectar.
  • Serve the salad over rice or noodles, or in lettuce wraps.

Conclusion:

This Thai chicken salad is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make meal. It's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, and it's also great for meal prep. With its bold flavors and bright colors, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a tasty and nutritious meal, give this Thai chicken salad a try.

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