Asian Chicken Crunch Salad

This colorful, crunchy salad is packed with protein, fiber, healthy fats, and flavor — making it a perfect example of a meal that helps support energy, blood sugar balance, and satiety without feeling heavy.

It’s also excellent for meal prep because the cabbage stays crisp for days.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time:20 minutes

Total Time:35 minutes

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 1 pound chicken breast, cut into small cubes
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1–2 tablespoons brown sugar or honey
  • 1 tablespoon tahini
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons fresh grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Salad

  • 3 cups shredded purple cabbage
  • 3 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced thin
  • ½ cup shelled edamame
  • ½ cup diced green onion
  • ½ cup chopped cilantro
  • ¼ cup chopped peanuts

Peanut Dressing

  • 3 tablespoons natural creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoons sriracha
  • 2 tablespoons warm water (add more as needed to thin)

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken into bite-sized cubes.
  2. In a shallow bowl, whisk together all chicken marinade ingredients. Add chicken and let marinate while preparing the salad and dressing.
  3. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together all dressing ingredients until smooth. Add additional warm water if needed to thin.
  4. Add cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, edamame, green onion, and cilantro to a large bowl.
  5. Heat a skillet over medium heat with a small splash of oil.
  6. Add chicken to the skillet, reserving the extra marinade. Cook for about 3 minutes per side until lightly browned.
  7. Pour remaining marinade into the pan and continue cooking until the chicken reaches 165°F and the sauce thickens slightly.
  8. Let chicken cool slightly.
  9. Toss salad with desired amount of dressing. Add chicken and gently combine.
  10. Top with chopped peanuts, extra cilantro, and sesame seeds before serving.

Amie Method Tips

  • For extra protein, increase chicken to 1½ pounds.
  • Great for meal prep — store dressing separately until serving.
  • Add avocado for additional healthy fats and satiety.
  • Use rotisserie chicken for an even faster version.
  • Want more crunch? Add snap peas or cucumber.
  • Prefer lower sugar? Reduce honey slightly and let the natural flavors shine.

A meal like this works beautifully because it combines protein, fiber, healthy fats, and texture — helping you stay fuller longer while still feeling fresh and energized.