- In an airtight container, combine rice vinegar, tamari, chili sauce, maple syrup, sesame oil and garlic. Cut chicken breasts in half lengthwise. Add chicken to marinade container, close and shake to coat chicken. Let marinate in fridge 8 hours or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 190 °C (375 °F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Place chicken on baking sheet and cook for 15 minutes. Remove from oven and add cashews. Cook for 5 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink.
- Meanwhile, shred Boston lettuce in a large bowl. Add red cabbage, carrots, pepper, mandarins and cilantro.
- For the dressing, mix peanut butter, rice vinegar, lime juice, maple syrup, tamari, chili sauce and water in a small bowl.
- When ready to serve, add chicken, roasted cashews and dressing to salad.
Chef’s Secret
Keeps in fridge for up to 3 days. Do not freeze. If desired, substitute Boston lettuce with sliced Napa cabbage or romaine lettuce. Canned mandarins can also be replaced with fresh diced mango. This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken.
This recipe is available at montougo.ca.