Thai Chicken Broccoli Slaw

Thai Chicken Broccoli Slaw

4 servings
Give your slaw recipe a flavorful hint of Thailand by cooking broccoli slaw and chicken in peanut sauce and sesame oil.

Ingredients

  • olive oil
    2 tbsp
  • skinless

    boneless chicken breast halves, cut into bite-size pieces

    2 large
  • package broccoli coleslaw mix
    1
  • sesame oil
    1 tsp
  • water
    ½ c
  • peanut sauce
    ½ c
  • salt to taste
    1 pinch

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir chicken until no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, about 5 minutes. Add broccoli slaw mix, sesame oil, and water; simmer on medium-low heat until liquid is reduced and broccoli slaw is tender, about 15 minutes. Fold in peanut sauce and salt.

Thai Chicken Broccoli Slaw

Thai Chicken Broccoli Slaw

30 min4 servings315 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a vibrant, flavorful meal that comes together quickly on a busy weeknight? This Thai Chicken Broccoli Slaw recipe delivers authentic-tasting flavors with a simplicity that will surprise you, making it a perfect addition to your quick dinner rotation.

The magic of this dish lies in its harmonious blend of savory peanut sauce and aromatic sesame oil, which coats tender chicken and crisp-tender broccoli slaw. It's a clever way to infuse a humble bag of slaw mix with a rich, complex character, all while keeping your cooking time to a minimum.

Prepare for a delightful dance of textures and tastes. You'll experience the satisfying chew of bite-sized chicken pieces perfectly complemented by the slightly crunchy yet yielding texture of the cooked broccoli slaw. Each forkful brings a burst of nutty, savory, and subtly sweet notes from the peanut sauce, brightened by the distinctive aroma of sesame oil. This dish is designed to be a complete, comforting meal that feels both wholesome and indulgently flavorful.

Making this dish your own is easy. While chicken is featured here, you could easily swap it for shrimp or firm tofu for a vegetarian option, adjusting cooking times accordingly. Feel free to play with the amount of peanut sauce and sesame oil to suit your personal taste preference – more sauce for extra richness or a bit more sesame oil for an intensified aroma. You can also adjust the pinch of salt to balance the flavors perfectly.

Serve this Thai Chicken Broccoli Slaw as a satisfying standalone main course. It's ideal for a quick family dinner or a cozy meal for one, offering a wonderful balance of protein and vegetables without needing any additional sides.

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