Description
This Chinese Chicken Salad recipe is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. Crisp cabbage, tender chicken, and a savory dressing come together to create a refreshing and satisfying dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
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Salad:
- 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
- 4 cups shredded napa cabbage or green cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
- 3 green onions (sliced)
- ½ cup sliced almonds (toasted)
- ½ cup crispy chow mein noodles or wonton strips
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
For the dressing:
- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- ¼ cup neutral oil (like avocado or canola)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken, cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, and green onions.
- Just before serving, sprinkle with toasted almonds, crispy noodles, and sesame seeds if using.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients until smooth and well combined. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated.
Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra crunch, add thinly sliced snap peas or cucumber.
- The dressing can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- For a vegetarian version, use edamame or tofu in place of chicken.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
