Hearty Thai-Inspired Chicken Salad

Thai · Spring · 35 min · Serves 4 · By The Lesapor Kitchen

Enjoy a refreshing and filling main-dish salad that's perfect for spring. The flavors are balanced with a slight Thai influence, making it both interesting and approachable.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/4 cup Thai-style peanut dressing

Method

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Season chicken strips with salt and black pepper.
3. Cook chicken in the skillet for 5-7 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown. Let cool slightly.
4. In a large bowl, combine mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and cilantro.
5. Add the cooked chicken strips to the salad.
6. Drizzle with Thai-style peanut dressing and toss gently to combine.
7. Serve immediately, dividing the salad among four plates.