Best 6 Thai Chicken And Orange Salad Recipes

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**Introduction:**

Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our Thai Chicken and Orange Salad, a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the zesty tang of oranges with the succulent richness of chicken. This delectable salad is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, featuring tender chicken, crisp oranges, crunchy peanuts, and a refreshing dressing that tantalizes your taste buds. Join us as we explore this delightful recipe along with two additional variations that offer unique twists on this classic dish.

**Recipes Included:**

1. **Thai Chicken and Orange Salad:**

- Dive into the original Thai Chicken and Orange Salad, a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.

2. **Spicy Thai Chicken and Orange Salad:**

- Embark on a fiery adventure with our Spicy Thai Chicken and Orange Salad, where a touch of chili heat elevates the dish to new levels of deliciousness.

3. **Vegan Thai Orange Salad:**

- Delight in the plant-based goodness of our Vegan Thai Orange Salad, showcasing tofu as a delectable protein alternative, ensuring that everyone can savor this culinary creation.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

MANDARIN ORANGE SALAD WITH CHICKEN AND LEMON GINGER DRESSING



Mandarin Orange Salad with Chicken and Lemon Ginger Dressing image

A must try salad recipe! It's layered with tender spinach, protein rich chicken, colorful asian veggies, sweet mandarin oranges, crisp sliced almonds and deliciously seasoned wonton strips.

Provided by Jaclyn

Categories     Salad

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 21

1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup canola oil
1 tsp lemon zest
3 1/2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 Tbsp honey
2 Tbsp peeled and grated ginger
1 clove garlic
1 tsp dijon mustard ((Emeril's is the only way to go))
1/4 - 1/2 tsp salt (, to taste)
12 wonton wrappers (, sliced into 1/2-inch thick strips)
Vegetable oil (, for frying)
Cinnamon
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast (, grilled and sliced)
1 cup sliced almonds (, toasted)
10 oz baby spinach
2 cups snow peas (, sliced into halves)
1 1/2 cups matchstick carrots
1 red bell pepper (, seeded and diced)
1 1/2 (15 oz) cans mandarin oranges (no sugar added), drained well*
1/2 cup cilantro (, stems removed)
Black and white sesame seeds (, for garnish (optional))

Steps:

  • Add all ingredients to a blender and pulse until well emulsified and ginger and garlic are finely minced. Pour into an airtight container and all to rest in refrigerator while preparing salad (shake or stir before adding to salad).
  • Heat about 3/4 to 1-inch of oil in a skillet to 360 degrees (maintain this temperature, reduce heat as needed). Add just enough wonton strips without overcrowding. Fry just until halfway cooked, then using metal tongs (grabbing as many as you can at once) rotate to opposite side and cook until just lightly golden. Remove and drain on a plate lined with paper towels. Immediately sprinkle lightly with cinnamon and salt before they dry.
  • Add all salad ingredients to a large salad bowl and toss. Drizzle with dressing and gently toss. Top each serving with desired amount of wonton strips and optional sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 780 kcal, Carbohydrate 58 g, Protein 38 g, Fat 48 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 813 mg, Fiber 11 g, Sugar 23 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHOPPED THAI-INSPIRED CHICKEN SALAD



Chopped Thai-Inspired Chicken Salad image

This simple chopped Thai-Inspired chicken salad has BIG flavors - peanut, lime, soy, chili, cilantro. Topped with a homemade peanut dressing! Healthy and fresh.

Provided by Pinch of Yum

Categories     Salad

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 18

3-4 cups cooked shredded chicken
1 head of green cabbage (3-4 cups shredded)
1-2 large carrots (2 cups grated)
1 green papaya or mango (1-2 cups grated) (optional)
1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 cup peanuts, chopped
1/2 cup green onions, sliced
3-4 red serrano peppers, sliced
salt and lime juice to taste
1/2 cup peanut butter
1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce
1/3 cup sesame oil (toasted or dark)
1/4 cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons chili paste (sriracha works, too)
2 tablespoons sugar
a small knob of fresh ginger, peeled
a clove of fresh garlic, peeled
1/4 cup water to thin to desired consistency

Steps:

  • Put on some good music, pour a drink, and start choppin'!
  • Pulse all ingredients in the food processor or blender. Adjust consistency with water.
  • Toss the salad ingredients in a big bowl with a drizzle of peanut dressing so everything gets coated. Season with salt and lime juice, and maybe a shot of fish sauce if you're feeling wild. Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 456 calories, Sugar 20.9 g, Sodium 645.3 mg, Fat 30.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 31.9 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 19.6 g, Cholesterol 27.6 mg

THAI CHICKEN AND ORANGE SALAD



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A creamy peanut butter dressing provides a Thai twist to this main dish chicken salad. You if you have leftover cooked chicken breasts, feel free to use it. It will make the recipe even quicker.-Katia Lane, Madison, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup boiling water
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 small garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
4 cups spring mix salad greens
1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
2 green onions, sliced
1 cup canned bean sprouts, drained
2 large navel oranges, peeled and sectioned
1/4 cup dry roasted peanuts

Steps:

  • For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk the first eight ingredients; set aside. , In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook chicken over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°., On four plates, divide the salad greens, red pepper, onions, bean sprouts and oranges. Slice chicken; arrange on salads. Sprinkle with peanuts; drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402 calories, Fat 20g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 473mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

THAI ORANGE CHICKEN



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Slightly sweet, a little spicy and a hint of orange gives this chicken dish a unique flavor that is sure to wake up your taste buds. Serve over Chinese noodles or rice along with a green salad for a delicious, quick meal.

Provided by COOKINGQUEEN75

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 carrots, cut into matchsticks
½ teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into small pieces
½ cup water
½ cup peanuts
⅓ cup orange juice
⅓ cup soy sauce
⅓ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir carrots, ginger, and garlic until carrots are slightly softened, about 5 minutes. Transfer carrot mixture to a bowl. Add remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil to the same skillet.
  • Cook and stir chicken in the hot olive oil until no longer pink in the center, about 10 minutes. Add carrot mixture, water, peanuts, orange juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, and red pepper flakes to chicken; stir to combine. Cover and simmer until sugar has dissolved, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove about 1/4 cup sauce from the skillet; whisk in cornstarch until dissolved and sauce is smooth. Pour cornstarch mixture back into chicken and sauce; cook until sauce is slightly thickened, about 5 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427.4 calories, Carbohydrate 37.1 g, Cholesterol 32.3 mg, Fat 24.3 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 18.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 1359.8 mg, Sugar 25 g

THAI CHICKEN SALAD



Thai Chicken Salad image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h13m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds boneless chicken breast
3 cups water
1 tablespoon kosher salt
2 stalks lemongrass, minced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 teaspoons Thai chili powder
3 tablespoons canola oil
4 stalks celery, finely chopped
2 red onions, finely chopped
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon coarsely chopped Thai basil leaves or regular fresh basil
1 tablespoon coarsely chopped cilantro leaves
1 teaspoon honey
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 head romaine lettuce, washed and chopped* see note

Steps:

  • Place chicken breast into a 2 quart saucepan with water (the water should cover the chicken breasts), the kosher salt and half of the lemongrass. Bring to a boil and lower to a simmer for 20 minutes. Remove chicken and cool completely. When cooled chop into 1/2 inch cubes and reserve in refrigerator.
  • Saute garlic, remaining lemongrass and chili powder in oil for 3 minutes. Remove from heat and cool completely. Next, toss together the celery, onions, mint, basil and cilantro. Combine chicken with sauteed garlic mixture and the salad components, Add salt, lime juice and honey to taste and place on the lettuce to serve.

THAI CHICKEN AND NOODLE SALAD



Thai Chicken and Noodle Salad image

This one-bowl Asian meal is spicy, salty, sour, and sweet-all at once. The secret's in the sauce, made from fragrant kitchen standbys. The salad has terrific texture, with crisp carrots and cucumber, tender noodles, and (if you like) crunchy peanuts.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced crosswise
Spicy Asian Dressing for Thai Chicken and Noodle Salad
Coarse salt
3 1/2 ounces Chinese rice noodles, broken in half if long
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, such as safflower
2 carrots, sliced into ribbons with a vegetable peeler
1 English cucumber, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise
1/4 cup fresh basil, torn
Bean sprouts, chopped peanuts, fresh mint leaves, red-pepper flakes, and sliced scallion greens, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Place chicken and half of dressing in a resealable plastic bag (reserve remaining dressing). Marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes (or refrigerate up to overnight).
  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook noodles until tender. Drain, and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking. Transfer to a platter.
  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Working in batches, cook chicken (do not crowd skillet) until cooked through, 1 to 2 minutes; transfer to platter on top of noodles.
  • Top with carrots, cucumber, and basil. Drizzle with reserved dressing, and sprinkle with garnishes, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 38 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh oranges, cilantro, and mint will give your salad the best flavor.
  • Choose the right chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs are both good options for this salad.
  • Cook the chicken properly: Be sure to cook the chicken until it is cooked through but not overcooked, otherwise it will be dry.
  • Use a sharp knife to slice the oranges: This will help to prevent the oranges from tearing.
  • Add the dressing just before serving: This will help to prevent the salad from getting soggy.

Conclusion:

This Thai chicken and orange salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for a summer meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. If you like spicy food, you can add a little bit of chili pepper to the dressing. If you prefer a sweeter salad, you can add a little bit of honey or maple syrup. No matter how you make it, this salad is sure to be a hit!

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