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Sticky Chicken Salad

Sticky Chicken Salad is a flavorful, Asian inspired meal ready in just 30 minutes!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 3882 kcal
Course: Main Course , Salad
Cuisine: Japanese , American

Ingredients

Chicken:
  • 2 chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup light soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger , grated
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha , if desired
Salad
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 bunch asparagus , trimmed
  • 1/4 cup slivered almonds
  • 1 bunch scallions cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 8 cups mixed greens
  • 1/2 cup roasted red peppers chopped
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
  • 1/2 cup Ginger Dressing

Instructions

Chicken:
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  1. Using a meat mallet, tenderize the chicken breasts until even. Cut in half to make 4 pieces of chicken.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the ketchup, honey, brown sugar, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, salt and Sriracha, whisk to combine. Add the chicken, cover and marinate for 1-6 hours.
  3. When ready to cook eat grill or large cast iron skillet medium-high heat. Cook on each side for 6-8 minutes, or until chicken is an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove and allow to rest and then slice.
Salad:
  1. Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the vegetable oil.
  2. Add the asparagus, sauteing for 3-4 minutes or until a light char forms. Add the scallions and almonds, cooking for another 2-3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  3. Evenly divide lettuce, roasted red peppers, cooked asparagus mixture and sliced chicken between four large salad bowls or plates. Top with ginger dressing and toasted sesame seeds.
  4. If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings.

Nutrition Information

Calories 3882kcal (194%) Carbohydrates 413g (138%) Protein 227g (454%) Fat 153g (235%) Saturated Fat 22g (110%) Cholesterol 578mg (193%) Sodium 14466mg (603%) Potassium 5362mg (153%) Fiber 8g (32%) Sugar 369g (738%) Vitamin A 5005IU (100%) Vitamin C 141.2mg (157%) Calcium 540mg (54%) Iron 17.1mg (95%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 3882

% Daily Value*

Calories 3882kcal 194%
Carbohydrates 413g 138%
Protein 227g 454%
Fat 153g 235%
Saturated Fat 22g 110%
Cholesterol 578mg 193%
Sodium 14466mg 603%
Potassium 5362mg 114%
Fiber 8g 32%
Sugar 369g 738%
Vitamin A 5005IU 100%
Vitamin C 141.2mg 157%
Calcium 540mg 54%
Iron 17.1mg 95%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.