Description
Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines tender marinated chicken with crisp vegetables and sweet cranberries. Tossed in a zesty dressing, this salad is perfect for warm days, picnics, or gatherings. Quick to prepare and customizable, it seamlessly blends flavors and textures to create a satisfying meal that will impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Grill or pan-sear chicken breasts over medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature should reach at least 165°F). Let the chicken rest for five minutes before slicing.
- In a large bowl, combine fresh spinach, chopped bell pepper, sliced green onions, diced chicken, and dried cranberries.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey or maple syrup, and lemon juice until well blended.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat. Top with toasted sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1.5 cups (250g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg