Chicken Larb (Thai Minced Chicken Salad)
Spicy Thai minced chicken salad with lime, fish sauce, toasted rice powder, and fresh herbs. Bright and addictive.
Spicy Thai minced chicken salad with lime, fish sauce, toasted rice powder, and fresh herbs. Bright and addictive.
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Cook ground chicken in a dry pan, breaking it up, until just cooked (don't brown it).
Remove from heat. Add lime juice, fish sauce, and toasted rice powder.
Toss with shallots, green onions, chilies, mint, and cilantro.
Taste and adjust lime/fish sauce balance.
Serve in lettuce cups with sticky rice.
Values are per 1 serving and stay fixed regardless of the servings adjuster above โ use the adjuster to scale ingredients only.
Each serving of Chicken Larb (Thai Minced Chicken Salad) delivers 30g of protein at 260 calories โ that's 9 calories per gram of protein, making it one of the more efficient protein sources on this site. Protein accounts for roughly 46% of total calories in this dish. With only 8g of carbohydrates per serving, this recipe fits well into low-carb, ketogenic, or carb-cycling approaches. The 12g of fat primarily comes from the cooking method and protein source itself, keeping the overall calorie density low.
Chicken Larb (Thai Minced Chicken Salad) is a quick recipe that scales well for meal prep. This recipe makes 4 servings, each delivering 30g of protein and 260 calories โ ideal for tracking macros across the week. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, warm gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat or in the microwave in 90-second intervals, stirring between each, until heated through. Adding a small splash of water or broth prevents the protein from drying out during reheating. For best texture, keep the components separate if possible โ store the sauce or protein apart from any fresh garnishes or salad elements and combine just before eating.
Cook the chicken ahead and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Slice or shred just before serving โ whole cooked breasts stay juicier than pre-sliced portions.
Yes! Thighs are juicier and more forgiving with cooking time. They have slightly more fat but won't dry out. Adjust cook time โ thighs take 1-2 minutes longer.
Work in batches over maximum heat โ 20โ30 seconds per side max. Crowding the pan causes steaming, not searing. Slightly freeze the beef beforehand for easier thin slicing and more even contact with the pan.
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BoBo ChefFitness enthusiast and home cook. Every recipe is tested in a real kitchen and macro-verified before publishing.