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Start a grill or preheat the broiler.
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Cut the chicken meat into 1/2- to 1-inch chunks and thread it onto skewers (if youre broiling, you can forget the skewers and simply use a roasting pan).
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Put the skewers on a plate and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the soy sauce.
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In a blender, combine the remaining soy sauce with the peanut butter, sesame oil, garlic, hot sauce, salt and pepper to taste, sugar, and vinegar.
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Add 1/3 cup of warm water and process until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
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(You can add as much as you like; garlic, vinegar, and sesame oil also can be added to taste.)
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Put the dressing in the refrigerator to cool.
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Grill or broil the chicken, turning once or twice.
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Total cooking time will be 6 to 8 minutes for breasts, 10 to 12 minutes for thighs.
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Meanwhile, peel the cucumber (if it is waxed), slice it in half the long way, and scoop out the seeds with a spoon.
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Cut it into 1/2-inch dice and combine in a bowl with the dressing.
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When the chicken is done, let it rest and cool on a cutting board for a few minutes, then toss it with a tablespoon or two of the dressing and cucumber.
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Toss the dressing and cucumbers with the greens, top with the chicken, garnish with the cilantro, and serve.
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Add minced bell pepper (preferably red or yellow), celery, and/or zucchini to the mix.
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Garnish with fresh basil (Thai basil is especially good), mint, or minced scallion in place of or in addition to the cilantro.
