Chinese Chicken and Cabbage Coleslaw

Fresh, crunchy, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Chinese Chicken and Cabbage Coleslaw is a delightful twist on classic coleslaw recipes. Featuring tender shredded chicken, crisp green and red cabbage, sweet julienned carrots, and aromatic cilantro, this dish offers a perfect balance of textures and colors. Tossed in a tangy Asian-inspired dressing made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, and a kick of ginger, it's a mouthwatering combination that’s both refreshing and satisfying. Finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for a nutty crunch, this easy-to-prepare coleslaw is ready in just 20 minutes. Serve it as a light main dish, a side accompaniment, or even as a filling for wraps or sandwiches. Whether you're hosting a summer BBQ or just looking for a quick, wholesome meal, this recipe is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked chicken breast (shredded)
• 3 cups Green cabbage (thinly sliced)
• 1 cup Red cabbage (thinly sliced)
• 1 medium Carrot (julienned)
• 3 stalks Green onions (sliced thin)
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Ginger (freshly grated)
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (toasted)
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Sriracha or chili sauce (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the vegetables: Thinly slice the green and red cabbage, julienne the carrot, and thinly slice the green onions. Chop the fresh cilantro.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, green cabbage, red cabbage, carrot, green onions, and cilantro.

Step 3

Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, ground black pepper, and optional sriracha or chili sauce for some heat.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture. Toss everything together thoroughly to ensure the dressing is evenly distributed.

Step 5

Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the top and give the coleslaw a final gentle toss.

Step 6

Serve immediately for a crunchy texture or chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Step 7

Enjoy as a light main dish, a side, or a filling for a wrap or sandwich!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1035.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1194.6

Total Fat 38.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 405.6mg	0%
Sodium 1700.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.3g	0%
Total Sugars 31.9g
Protein 155.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 324.7mg	0%
Iron 9.8mg	0%
Potassium 2402.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.3%

Protein: 53.1%

Carbs: 17.6%