Banzai Teriyaki Chicken (Printable Recipe)

Soft teriyaki chicken, juicy mandarin slices, roasted nuts, tons of crunch, finished with honey mustard.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

→ For the Salad

01 - 6 chicken tenderloins or 2 large chicken breasts
02 - 240 ml teriyaki sauce
03 - 8 cups chopped Romaine lettuce
04 - 1 medium carrot, shredded
05 - 60 g shredded red cabbage
06 - 80 g shelled edamame
07 - 425 g canned mandarin oranges, drained
08 - 25 g sliced almonds, toasted
09 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

→ For the Honey Mustard Dressing

10 - 150 g mayonnaise
11 - 3 teaspoons granulated sugar
12 - 22 ml honey
13 - 15 ml yellow mustard
14 - 22 ml Dijon mustard
15 - 15 ml apple cider vinegar
16 - 30 ml olive oil

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Combine chicken with teriyaki sauce in a sealed container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to infuse.
02 - Preheat oven to 200°C. Line a baking dish with foil for easier cleanup. Arrange marinated chicken in the dish and roast for 10–20 minutes, depending on thickness, until fully cooked. Allow to cool before slicing.
03 - Combine mayonnaise, granulated sugar, honey, yellow mustard, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and olive oil in a tightly sealed container. Shake or whisk until smooth and emulsified. Refrigerate until ready to use.
04 - Spread sliced almonds and sesame seeds on a baking sheet and toast in the oven at 200°C for about 5 minutes, monitoring closely to prevent burning. Remove once golden and aromatic.
05 - In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped Romaine lettuce, shredded carrot, red cabbage, and edamame. Toss gently to integrate.
06 - Add half the honey mustard dressing to the salad base and toss until evenly coated. Arrange the salad mixture on a serving platter or divide among plates. Top with sliced teriyaki chicken, drained mandarin oranges, and sprinkle with toasted almonds and sesame seeds. Serve remaining dressing on the side.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Chicken and dressing can be prepared up to a day ahead for convenient assembly.