Easiest Ever Chinese Chicken Salad
Fresh, vibrant, and irresistibly crunchy, the "Easiest Ever Chinese Chicken Salad" is the perfect solution for a quick yet satisfying meal. Packed with tender shredded chicken breast, crisp Napa cabbage, and colorful carrots, this recipe offers a delightful medley of textures and flavors. Topped with crunchy chow mein noodles and toasted almonds, every bite is a satisfying crunch. The tangy-sweet sesame ginger dressing, made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a touch of honey, ties the dish together for a perfectly balanced flavor profile. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this versatile salad is ideal for lunch, dinner, or even a light potluck dish. Garnished with sesame seeds for an extra touch of flair, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser that’s as easy to make as it is to love. Keywords: easy Chinese chicken salad, crunchy Asian salad, vibrant chicken salad recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 4 cups Napa cabbage, finely shredded
- 1 cup Carrots, julienned or shredded
- 3 stalks Green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup Crunchy chow mein noodles
- 0.5 cup Toasted sliced almonds
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Fresh grated ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, Napa cabbage, carrots, and green onions.
2. Add the chow mein noodles and toasted almonds to the bowl. Toss gently to combine.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, and black pepper to make the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated.
5. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed (add more soy sauce for saltiness or honey for sweetness).
6. Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual bowls.
7. Garnish with sesame seeds if desired and serve immediately for the best crunch and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
572 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.3 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 102 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 704 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.4 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.1 g | ||
| Protein | 47.5 g | 95% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 217 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1137 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
