Zippy Chicken Coleslaw Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
• 1 package (3 ounces) hot and spicy ramen noodles
• 4 cups shredded cabbage
• 2 cups broccoli coleslaw mix
• 3 green onions, chopped
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
• 2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted
• DRESSING:
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 4-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar
• 2-1/4 teaspoons water
• 2-1/4 teaspoons canola oil
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Directions

• In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients; rub over both sides of chicken. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 5-6 minutes on each side or until a meat thermometer reads 170°. When chicken is cool enough to handle, shred with two forks; cool completely.
• Set aside seasoning packet from ramen noodles. Break noodles into small pieces; place in a large bowl. Add the cabbage, broccoli coleslaw, onions, sesame seeds, almonds and chicken.
• In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the dressing ingredients. Add the contents of seasoning packet; shake well. Pour over coleslaw; toss to coat. Yield: 9 servings.

Zippy Chicken Coleslaw published in Light & Tasty June/July 2005, p56