Description
A vibrant and flavor-packed salad with juicy glazed sesame chicken, crisp vegetables, sweet mandarin oranges, and a tangy sesame dressing that brings it all together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 cup carrots, shredded
- 1 cup mandarin oranges, canned and drained
- 1 cup wonton strips
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil.
- Add a splash of oil to the skillet and cook the chicken thighs until golden and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and let it simmer until thickened.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, toss together mixed greens, red cabbage, carrots, and mandarin oranges.
- Top with sliced chicken, wonton strips, and toasted sesame seeds.
- Drizzle extra dressing if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- Toast the sesame seeds for a richer flavor.
- Use a salad spinner to dry greens thoroughly.
- Chill your salad bowl to keep everything extra crisp.
- Double the dressing for use throughout the week.