Grilled Chinese Chicken Salad Recipe

Name: Grilled Chinese Chicken Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs; ¼ cup vegetable oil; 14 lb snow peas; 1 ½ tablespoons fresh lime juice; salt; 2 scallions, cut into thin 1-inch julienne strips; 10 ounces cabbage, shredded (like coleslaw mix); 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated; 1 tablespoon miso; 2 garlic cloves, smashed; 1 teaspoon hot sauce (Chinese garlic-pepper paste like Sriracha); 1 teaspoon light brown sugar; 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 1 ½ teaspoons fresh lime juice

Servings: persons

1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
¼ cup vegetable oil
14 lb snow peas
1 ½ tablespoons fresh lime juice
salt
2 scallions, cut into thin 1-inch julienne strips
10 ounces cabbage, shredded (like coleslaw mix)
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated
1 tablespoon miso
2 garlic cloves, smashed
1 teaspoon hot sauce (Chinese garlic-pepper paste like Sriracha)
1 teaspoon light brown sugar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 ½ teaspoons fresh lime juice

1
Make the Ginger-Miso Spice Paste by combining all of the ingredients in a bowl and mash to a paste.
2
Light a grill.
3
Make 1/4-inch-deep slashes in the chicken thighs.
4
In a bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of the spice paste with 2 tablespoons of the oil and spread it all over the chicken.
5
Grill the chicken over high heat until cooked through, 7 to 8 minutes.
6
Let cool, then cut the chicken into thin strips.
7
Meanwhile, bring a small saucepan of salted water to a boil.
8
Add the snow peas and blanch for 1 minute.
9
Drain and rinse under cold water; pat dry.
10
Slice in half lengthwise.
11
In a large bowl, whisk the remaining 2 tablespoons of paste with the lime juice and the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil.
12
Season with salt.
13
Add the snow peas, scallions, coleslaw mix and chicken, toss well and serve.

1715

kcal

Calories

Fat

241

Carbs

110

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, ¼ cup vegetable oil, 14 lb snow peas, 1 ½ tablespoons fresh lime juice, and more.

Yes, Grilled Chinese Chicken Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Grilled Chinese Chicken Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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