Description
This Chinese Chicken Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings together tender shredded chicken, crisp vegetables, and a tangy Asian dressing. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, it can be assembled in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or potlucks. The combination of fresh ingredients not only makes it healthy but also allows for endless customization based on your preferences. Whether you enjoy it as a standalone meal or paired with grilled proteins, this salad is sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken breast
- 1 head romaine lettuce, shredded
- 1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup thinly-sliced green onions
- 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro (optional)
- Asian salad dressing
- Crushed red pepper flakes
- Sesame seeds
- Slivered almonds
- Crispy wonton strips
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken and half of the Asian dressing. Toss to coat and let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- Add the romaine lettuce, iceberg lettuce, red cabbage, carrots, green onions, and cilantro to the bowl. Toss until well mixed.
- Pour the remaining dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients.
- Garnish with red pepper flakes, sesame seeds, slivered almonds, and crispy wonton strips before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg