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Cabbage with Crunchy Chicken Salad

This cabbage with crunchy chicken salad is vibrant, zesty, and full of fresh herbs and crispy textures. Perfect for weeknights or meal prep.
Servings 4 servings
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes

Equipment

  • 12-inch skillet to crisp chicken
  • cutting board and knife for prepping herbs and vegetables
  • large mixing bowl to combine salad
  • Tongs or spatula

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 full rotisserie chicken, shredded
  • 1 tbsp grated ginger
  • 1 tbsp grated lemongrass
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 2 cups shredded red cabbage
  • 2 cups shredded green or napa cabbage
  • 1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
  • 1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup minced fresh mint
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1 zest of 1 lime
  • 1 large green apple, cut into matchsticks
  • Kosher salt to taste

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add shredded chicken in a single layer and let sit for 5 minutes.
  • Toss chicken gently to crisp up all sides.
  • Remove from heat and stir in ginger, lemongrass, and garlic.
  • Let chicken cool slightly while you prepare salad base.
  • In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, herbs, red onion, lime juice, zest, and apple.
  • Add cooled chicken and toss to combine.
  • Drizzle extra olive oil if needed and season with kosher salt to taste.
  • Serve immediately or store for later.

Notes

Let chicken cool before tossing to avoid steaming the salad.
Store components separately for meal prep.
Can be served warm or chilled.

Nutrition

Calories: 518kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 31gFat: 37gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 21gCholesterol: 98mgSodium: 460mgPotassium: 480mgFiber: 4gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 1100IUVitamin C: 46mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 2mg
Author: Serine milo
Calories: 518kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cabbage salad recipe, cabbage with crunchy chicken, crispy chicken salad