Chicken Teriyaki Salad

Written By Brooklyn Lipke

This Chicken Teriyaki Salad is your new go-to for a nourishing, balanced meal that’s as delicious as it is supportive of your hormones. Packed with protein, healthy fats, and fiber, it’s designed to keep blood sugar stable and energy levels steady—two keys to supporting happy hormones.

It’s the perfect option for lunch or dinner, and with its sweet and savory flavors, even your family won’t realize it’s loaded with hormone-friendly ingredients.

Ingredients for the salad:

  • 2 cups shredded curly kale, chopped

  • 2 cups romaine, chopped

  • 2 cups teriyaki chicken (recipe below)

  • ½ avocado, diced

  • ¼ cup shredded carrot

  • ¼ cup small broccoli florets

  • ¼ cup sliced scallions

  • 2 tbsp coarsely chopped almonds

  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds

  • 2 tbsp cilantro leaves

  • ⅓ cup Sweet + Savory Dressing (recipe below)

For the dressing:

  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil

  • 2 tbsp honey

  • 2 tbsp coconut aminos

  • ½ cup apple cider vinegar

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • ¼ cup nutritional yeast flakes

  • ½ cup + 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

For the chicken:

  • 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger

  • 1 tbsp minced garlic

  • ½ cup coconut aminos

  • ¼ cup honey

  • 2 tbsp sesame oil

  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar

  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional for heat)

  • 1 tbsp tapioca starch

  • 4 chicken breasts, cubed

Instructions:

  1. Marinate the Chicken

In a medium bowl, whisk together ginger, garlic, coconut aminos, honey, sesame oil, rice vinegar, red pepper flakes, and tapioca starch until smooth. Add chicken cubes and stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3–6 hours (or overnight for maximum flavor).

2. Cook the Chicken

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread marinated chicken cubes in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes or until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).

3. Make the Dressing

In a mason jar, combine all dressing ingredients. Seal tightly and shake vigorously until emulsified. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

4. Assemble the Salad

In a large stainless-steel bowl, combine kale, romaine, carrot, broccoli, scallions, almonds, sesame seeds, and cilantro. Add warm teriyaki chicken and drizzle with Sweet + Savory Dressing. Toss well with tongs until evenly coated.

5. Serve & Enjoy

Divide between two bowls and top with extra sesame seeds or fresh cilantro if desired. Enjoy immediately for a nourishing meal that will leave you satisfied and energized.

Brooklyn Lipke
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