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Sesame Chicken and Chickpea Salad

Savory Sesame Chicken and Chickpea Salad for Fresh Meal Prep

This Sesame Chicken and Chickpea Salad is a vibrant, gluten-free dish perfect for meal prep, combining flavors and textures for a healthy, satisfying meal.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts or 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or cooking spray
For the Salad Base
  • 4 cups Cabbage (Red or Green) or pre-packaged coleslaw
  • 1 can Chickpeas rinsed well
  • 1 cup Carrots matchstick or shredded
  • 1/2 cup Green Onions (Scallions) or chives
For the Crunch
  • 1/2 cup Cashews or sunflower seeds for nut-free
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Oil do not skip this
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or agave syrup for vegan
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Fresh Ginger fresh is best

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Small jar
  • Salad tongs

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Season the chicken breasts with kosher salt, black pepper, and olive oil. Cook in a non-stick skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  2. Transfer the cooked chicken to a cutting board and let it rest before slicing.
Dressing Preparation
  1. In a small jar, combine toasted sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, and minced ginger. Seal and shake until well blended.
Salad Assembly
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped cabbage, rinsed chickpeas, carrots, and green onions. Toss gently.
  2. Add sliced chicken and dressing, then toss again until everything is evenly coated.
Chilling
  1. Cover the salad or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
Serving
  1. Before serving, give the salad a gentle toss. Garnish with extra green onions or crushed cashews.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This salad is gluten-free and perfect for meal prep. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Dress just before serving to maintain crunch.

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