Get ready to transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary adventure with this mouthwatering Crispy Sesame Chicken Asian Salad Bowl! Imagine perfectly golden, crispy chicken pieces nestled on a bed of fresh, vibrant greens, drizzled with a tantalizing sesame-soy dressing that will make your taste buds dance. This restaurant-quality dish is not just a meal – it's a quick, easy, and absolutely irresistible experience that brings the bold flavors of Asian cuisine right to your dinner table in just 35 minutes!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup sesame oil
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1/2 cup carrots, shredded
- 1/2 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by patting the sliced chicken breasts dry with paper towels to ensure maximum crispiness.
- In a large bowl, coat the chicken pieces evenly with cornstarch, shaking off any excess to create a light, crispy coating.
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until it shimmers and is hot but not smoking.
- Carefully add the cornstarch-coated chicken pieces to the hot oil, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare the salad base by combining mixed greens, shredded carrots, and sliced cucumber in a large serving bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce and additional sesame oil to create a quick dressing for the salad.
- Once the chicken is fully cooked and crispy, remove from heat and let rest for 2 minutes to retain crispiness.
- Arrange the crispy sesame chicken on top of the prepared salad greens.
- Drizzle the soy sauce dressing over the salad and chicken.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds generously over the top of the dish for added texture and flavor.
- Serve immediately while the chicken is still warm and crispy, ensuring each serving gets an equal mix of greens and chicken.
Tips
- Pat the chicken completely dry before coating with cornstarch - this is the secret to achieving maximum crispiness!
- Use a high-quality sesame oil for the most authentic and rich flavor profile.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking chicken - this ensures each piece gets perfectly golden and crisp.
- Let the chicken rest for 2 minutes after cooking to help maintain its crispy texture.
- For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken in a bit of soy sauce and garlic for 15 minutes before coating with cornstarch.
- Toast the sesame seeds lightly in a dry pan before sprinkling for an enhanced nutty flavor.
- Use fresh, crisp vegetables to complement the warm, crispy chicken and create a perfect temperature contrast.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 28g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 75mg
