A fusion of Vietnamese and American flavors in a tasty chicken and cabbage salad

This Americanized version of a traditional Vietnamese salad features tender chicken, crunchy cabbage, and a zesty dressing. It's a perfect dish for a refreshing and satisfying meal that is both delicious and nutritious.

Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 small head of cabbage, thinly sliced
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 1 cucumber, sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
• 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 red chili, finely chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Cook the chicken breasts in a skillet over medium heat until cooked through. Let cool and then shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cabbage, carrot, cucumber, cilantro, mint, and peanuts.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, fish sauce, soy sauce, sugar, garlic, and chili.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
5. Add the shredded chicken to the salad and mix well.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve the salad chilled and enjoy!

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