Enjoy copy cat Panera bread Asian chicken salad at home for a tasty meal that is filling but not heavy. You will love the tender chicken, oranges and more.
Marinade the chicken in the soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder and sesame oil. Marinade for at least 2 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
Heat the oil olive in large skillet over medium heat.
Carefully add the chicken to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until the chicken is cooked through.
Remove the chicken to a plate and look cool while you prepare the other ingredients.
To make the sesame Vinaigrette dressing, heat the vinegar over medium heat, add the sugar and garlic.
Allow to boil for about 1 minute until the sugar dissolves. Strain into a glass jar, add the other dressing ingredients, seal the contain and shake to combine. Shake prior to using.
Slice the chicken.
Toss all the salad ingredients together, top with the chicken and dressing and serve immediately.