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Image: Fred HardyA vibrant dressing made from orange juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, olive oil, fresh mint, and grated ginger serves a dual purpose in this colorful salad. Part of it marinates boneless, skinless chicken thighs, which are then seared in a hot skillet until perfectly browned. The rest of the dressing is used to coat shredded cabbage, carrots, and red bell peppers, transforming this dish into a quick and delicious weeknight meal. It’s all finished off with crunchy sliced almonds and fragrant mint leaves for a salad that’s impossible to resist. For juicy chicken, be sure to let it rest before slicing—just five minutes of rest time can make a big difference.
Ingredients List
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1/4 cup fresh orange juice
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3 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
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2 tbsp chopped fresh mint, extra for garnish
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1 tbsp grated fresh ginger (from a 1-inch piece)
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1 tbsp rice vinegar
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1/4 cup plus 1 tbsp. olive oil, divided
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1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
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6 cups shredded cabbage
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1 cup matchstick carrots (from 2 medium carrots)
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1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
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1/2 cup sliced almonds
Instructions
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In a large bowl, whisk together orange juice, soy sauce, mint, ginger, vinegar, and 1/4 cup of oil. Reserve 1/4 cup of this mixture in a medium bowl. Add the chicken to the medium bowl and toss to coat. Set the large bowl with the remaining dressing aside.
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Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook, turning occasionally, until browned and a thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 165°F, approximately 10 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it thinly.
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While the chicken rests, add the cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, and almonds to the reserved orange juice mixture. Toss well to combine. Serve with sliced chicken, additional almonds, and fresh mint on top.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
| 341 | Calories |
| 19g | Fat |
| 12g | Carbs |
| 33g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 341 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 19g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat 4g | 19% |
| Cholesterol 138mg | 46% |
| Sodium 981mg | 43% |
| Total Carbohydrate 12g | 4% |
| Dietary Fiber 4g | 14% |
| Total Sugars 5g | |
| Protein 33g | 66% |
| Vitamin C 65mg | 73% |
| Calcium 83mg | 6% |
| Iron 3mg | 14% |
| Potassium 664mg | 14% |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
