Chicken Coleslaw Salad with Ginger Sesame Dressing
This Chicken Coleslaw Salad with Ginger Sesame Dressing is a fresh, crunchy, and protein-packed meal. Tender Chicken is combined with crisp cabbage slaw and tossed in a flavorful, slightly sweet and tangy sesame-ginger dressing.Perfect for light lunches, meal prep, or a refreshing dinner.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 10–12 minutes
Total time: ~25 minutes
Servings: 2–3
Ingredients
Chicken
2 chicken breasts (grilled or pan-seared)
1 tsp olive oil
Salt and pepper
Slaw Base
2 cups shredded green cabbage
1 cup shredded purple cabbage
1 carrot, grated
½ cucumber, thinly sliced
2 tbsp chopped green onions
Ginger Sesame Dressing
2 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp grated fresh ginger
1 tsp Honey
½ tsp garlic, minced
Optional Add-ins
sesame seeds
chopped peanuts or almonds
cilantro
chili flakes
Instructions
1. Cook Chicken
Season chicken with salt and pepper.
Cook in a pan or grill for 5–6 minutes per side until fully cooked.
Let rest, then slice.
2. Prepare Slaw
In a large bowl combine:
cabbage
carrot
cucumber
green onions
3. Make Dressing
Whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, honey, and garlic.
4. Assemble Salad
Add sliced chicken to the slaw.
Pour dressing over and toss well.
5. Serve
Top with sesame seeds, nuts, or herbs and serve fresh.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make it low-calorie?
Use less sesame oil and add more vinegar for balance.
Can I meal prep this?
Yes, but keep dressing separate until serving for best crunch.
Can I make it vegetarian?
Replace chicken with tofu or chickpeas.
Can I make it spicy?
Add chili flakes or sriracha to the dressing.
Nutritional Information
Calories: ~320 kcal
Protein: ~30 g
Carbohydrates: ~12 g
Fiber: ~4 g
Fat: ~16 g
Sodium: ~500 mg