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Chinese Chicken Salad

Quick and Fresh Chinese Chicken Salad for Busy Nights

This Quick and Fresh Chinese Chicken Salad is a vibrant, healthy meal that brings together tender chicken and crisp vegetables, perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 1 head Napa Cabbage Substitute with regular green cabbage or coleslaw mix
  • 1 head Iceberg Lettuce Highly recommended for extra crunch
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Rotisserie, grilled, or leftovers
For the Sweetness
  • 1 cup Mandarin Oranges Fresh or canned, rinse canned
  • 1 cup Carrots Shredded or julienned
For the Flavor
  • 1 bunch Green Onions Use the green parts
  • 1 cup Crunchy Toppings Wonton strips or chow mein noodles
For the Dressing
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil A little goes a long way
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Can swap for apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Honey
  • 1 tablespoon Peanut Butter Optional

Equipment

  • jar
  • Large serving platter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Quick and Crunchy Chinese Chicken Salad
  1. In a small jar, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, and optional peanut butter. Secure the lid and shake for about 30 seconds until smooth.
  2. Layer the shredded Napa cabbage and chopped iceberg lettuce on a large serving platter.
  3. Drizzle a small amount of the prepared dressing over the greens.
  4. Top with cooked chicken, mandarin oranges, shredded carrots, and chopped green onions.
  5. Drizzle more dressing and sprinkle crunchy toppings just before serving.
  6. Serve the salad beautifully on the table with additional dressing on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Choose the freshest produce for vibrant flavors. Store dressing separately until serving to maintain crunch.

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