Description
Indulge in a vibrant culinary experience with the Panera Asian Sesame Chicken Salad. This delightful dish features juicy grilled chicken, fresh mixed greens, and crunchy vegetables, all drizzled with a savory sesame dressing. Perfect for lunch, picnics, or dinner gatherings, each bite delivers a harmonious balance of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds dancing!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cups mixed salad greens (romaine, spinach, arugula)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup cucumber (sliced)
- 1 cup red bell pepper (sliced)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp unseasoned rice vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or stovetop pan to medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill for about 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature). Allow to rest before slicing.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, and rice vinegar until well combined.
- While the chicken cooks, wash and chop all vegetables; place in a large bowl.
- Slice grilled chicken into thin strips and add to the vegetable bowl.
- Drizzle dressing over salad and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Marinate chicken in soy sauce and garlic for enhanced flavor. Feel free to add toppings like nuts or seeds for extra crunch. For a vegetarian option, substitute grilled tofu or chickpeas.