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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 mix of flavors, perfect for busy nights.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups shredded Napa cabbage
  • 2 cups chopped iceberg lettuce optional
  • 2 cups cooked chicken rotisserie or leftovers
  • 1 cup drained mandarin oranges fresh or canned
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • ½ cup chopped green onions
For the Crunch
  • 1 cup wonton strips or chow mein noodles
For the Dressing
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar can substitute with apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or agave for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter optional

Equipment

  • jar
  • Salad Bowl
  • salad tongs

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium jar, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, and optional peanut butter. Secure the lid tightly, then shake the jar vigorously for about 30 seconds until the mixture is smooth and well-blended.
  2. On a large serving platter or in a salad bowl, layer about 4 cups of shredded Napa cabbage and 2 cups of chopped iceberg lettuce.
  3. Drizzle about 2 tablespoons of the prepared dressing over the layered greens, toss gently for 1 minute.
  4. Carefully pile on 2 cups of cooked chicken, 1 cup of drained mandarin oranges, and 1 cup of shredded carrots over the greens. Scatter ½ cup of chopped green onions on top.
  5. Just before serving, drizzle additional dressing over the top and generously sprinkle 1 cup of crunchy toppings.
  6. Gather your family or friends and present the salad at the table. Enjoy your refreshing salad creation!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store salad components separately until ready to serve for freshness. Use cooked chicken leftovers to save time and enhance flavor.

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