Thai Style Chicken Coleslaw
Refreshing, vibrant, and bursting with bold flavors, this Thai Style Chicken Coleslaw is a deliciously healthy twist on a classic dish. Packed with crisp green and red cabbage, sweet shredded carrot, and juicy red bell pepper, this coleslaw is elevated with tender shredded chicken and a medley of fresh herbs like cilantro and green onions. The zesty homemade dressing—featuring lime juice, fish sauce, honey, sesame oil, and a hint of garlic and ginger—ties everything together with a perfect balance of tangy, savory, and slightly sweet notes. Topped with crunchy roasted peanuts for an irresistible texture, this gluten-free recipe comes together in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal lunch, side dish, or light dinner. Whether served chilled or fresh, this vibrant salad is sure to become a crowd-pleasing favorite. Perfect for those looking for Thai-inspired flavors or a wholesome, balanced meal!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast (shredded)
- 2 cups Green cabbage (shredded)
- 1 cup Red cabbage (shredded)
- 1 cup Carrot (shredded)
- 1 Red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 2 Green onions (thinly sliced)
- 0.25 cup Roasted peanuts (chopped)
- 3 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Grated ginger
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 0.25 teaspoon Chili flakes (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, carrots, red bell pepper, cilantro, green onions, and shredded chicken.
Step 2
In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together lime juice, fish sauce, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, and chili flakes (if using).
Step 3
Pour the dressing over the coleslaw mixture and toss well to coat all ingredients evenly.
Step 4
Sprinkle the chopped roasted peanuts on top for added crunch and garnish.
Step 5
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1313.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1372.0 |
| Total Fat 47.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g | |
| Cholesterol 405.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2514.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 74.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 40.9g | |
| Protein 161.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 350.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3266.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories