Asian Chicken Salad With Wasabi Dressing

Asian Chicken Salad With Wasabi Dressing


1. In a large saucepan, cover the chicken breasts with water and bring to a gentle simmer; cook over moderately low heat until the chicken is white throughout, about 12 minutes.

2. Transfer the poached chicken breasts to a plate and let stand until cooled slightly, about 10 minutes.

3. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise with the rice vinegar, wasabi powder, Asian sesame oil and 1 1/2 tablespoons of water and season with salt and pepper.

4. In a large serving bowl, toss the lettuce with the Asian pear slices, cucumber, scallions, bean sprouts and 2/3 cup of the wasabi dressing.

5. Slice the chicken breasts crosswise 1/4 inch thick and lay the slices on top of the salad.

6. Spoon the remaining wasabi dressing over the chicken breasts, sprinkle with the chopped wasabi peas and.

7. Serve at once.

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