Sesame Chicken Salad

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1 cup shredded cabbage
• 1/2 cup shredded red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Dressing:

• 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 10 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2/5 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
3. While the chicken is cooking, whisk together the dressing ingredients in a bowl.
4. In a large salad bowl, combine the carrots, cabbage, red bell pepper, green onions, and cilantro.
5. Add the cooked chicken to the salad bowl and pour over the dressing.
6. Toss to coat and serve immediately.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 15 grams
• Protein: 30 grams
• Carbohydrates: 25 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Bright and colorful
• Savory and slightly sweet
• Crisp and refreshing
• Perfect for a light lunch or dinner

User Comments:

• "This salad is amazing! The combination of flavors is perfect and the sesame dressing is out of this world."
• "I made this for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!"
• "I'm not usually a big fan of chicken salad, but this one totally changed my mind. It's so good!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to cook the chicken thoroughly to avoid any foodborne illnesses.
• If you don't have any honey on hand, you can substitute maple syrup or agave nectar.
• You can adjust the heat level of the salad by adding more or less red pepper flakes to the dressing.