Description
This Chinese Chicken Salad is a symphony of flavors and textures, combining tender shredded chicken with the crunch of fresh vegetables, toasted nuts, and crispy wonton strips. Tossed in a tangy sesame-soy dressing, it’s a dish that’s both light and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 4 cups napa cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup red bell pepper, julienned
- 1/2 cup green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds, toasted
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup crispy wonton strips
- For the Dressing:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha (optional, for a little heat)
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, combine the napa cabbage, shredded chicken, carrots, red bell pepper, green onions, cilantro, and toasted almonds.
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, ginger, garlic, and Sriracha in a small bowl. Adjust seasoning as desired.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss well to coat everything evenly.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds and crispy wonton strips over the salad for added crunch.
- Serve immediately and enjoy a fresh, crunchy salad bursting with Asian flavors!
Notes
Whether you’re looking for a quick lunch, a healthy dinner, or a crowd-pleasing potluck dish, this salad fits the bill. Packed with colorful, nutrient-dense ingredients and a balance of savory, sweet, and spicy flavors, it’s sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad Recipes
- Method: Tossed Salad
- Cuisine: Chinese-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 320 kcal per serving
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
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