Panera Thai Chicken Salad Copycat (Crunchy and Fresh)

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450 g) boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin cutlets
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon neutral oil
• 1/3 cup (85 g) creamy peanut butter
• 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 small garlic clove, grated
• 1-2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce or 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 3-5 tablespoons warm water, as needed
• 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
• 1 cup shredded red cabbage
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 cup shelled edamame, cooked and cooled
• 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/2 cup sliced almonds
• 1/2 cup crispy wonton strips, optional
• Lime wedges, for serving