Panera Bread Asian Sesame Chicken Salad Copycat
Recreate the vibrant flavors of Panera Bread at home with this irresistible Asian Sesame Chicken Salad Copycat recipe! Packed with crisp romaine lettuce, tender baby spinach, and fragrant cilantro, this salad delivers a fresh, crunchy base that’s topped with juicy grilled chicken seasoned to perfection. Toasted sliced almonds, golden sesame seeds, and crunchy wonton strips add texture, while a drizzle of tangy-sweet Asian sesame dressing ties everything together. Ready in just 30 minutes, this healthier homemade alternative is perfect for lunch or a light dinner. It’s a delicious blend of flavors and textures that’ll make your taste buds sing!
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces Chicken breast
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 4 cups Romaine lettuce
- 2 cups Baby spinach
- 0.5 cup Cilantro leaves
- 0.25 cup Sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
- 0.5 cup Wonton strips
- 0.5 cup Asian sesame dressing
Directions
Step 1
Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat.
Step 2
Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Step 3
Brush the chicken breasts with olive oil and grill them for 5-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
Step 4
While the chicken is cooking, wash and dry the romaine lettuce, baby spinach, and cilantro leaves. Chop the romaine into bite-sized pieces.
Step 5
In a dry skillet over low heat, toast the sliced almonds and sesame seeds until golden and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Set aside to cool.
Step 6
In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, baby spinach, and cilantro leaves.
Step 7
Top the greens with the sliced chicken, toasted almonds, sesame seeds, and wonton strips.
Step 8
Drizzle the Asian sesame dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
Step 9
Divide the salad into four individual bowls or plates and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (875.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1751.4 |
| Total Fat 106.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 14.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.7g | |
| Cholesterol 206.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5679.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 108.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.2g | |
| Protein 95.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 423.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2112.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories