Chinese Chicken Salad
A refreshing and crunchy Chinese Chicken Salad featuring shredded chicken, crisp vegetables, and a tangy sesame-ginger dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4
Ingredients
2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
4 cups Napa cabbage, thinly sliced
1 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced
1 cup shredded carrots
1 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1/4 cup chow mein noodles
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
In a large salad bowl, combine the shredded chicken, Napa cabbage, red cabbage, shredded carrots, red bell pepper, green onions, and chopped cilantro.
In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, grated fresh ginger, and minced garlic until well combined to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss thoroughly to coat everything evenly.
Sprinkle the toasted sliced almonds, chow mein noodles, and toasted sesame seeds over the salad.
Toss lightly again just before serving to distribute the toppings.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving for best freshness.