Chinese Chicken Salad Houston's Copycat
Recreate the iconic flavors of a restaurant favorite with this Chinese Chicken Salad Houston's Copycat recipe—a vibrant, crunchy, and tangy dish that's perfect for lunch or dinner. Tender grilled chicken seasoned with sesame oil pairs seamlessly with crisp romaine lettuce, shredded red cabbage, julienned carrots, and fragrant cilantro, all tossed in a savory-sweet soy-ginger dressing. Topped with crunchy wonton strips and toasted almonds, this salad delivers a satisfying contrast of textures with every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is a refreshing option for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Packed with fresh, wholesome ingredients, it's a must-try for salad enthusiasts and lovers of Asian-inspired flavors.
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 4 cups Romaine lettuce
- 2 cups Red cabbage, shredded
- 1 cup Carrots, julienned
- 2 pieces Green onions, finely sliced
- 0.5 cup Cilantro, chopped
- 1 cup Crispy wonton strips
- 0.5 cup Toasted sliced almonds
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and sesame oil.
Step 3
Grill the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until fully cooked and juices run clear. Let it rest before slicing thinly.
Step 4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, shredded red cabbage, julienned carrots, sliced green onions, and chopped cilantro.
Step 5
Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, and olive oil until smooth.
Step 6
Thinly slice the grilled chicken into strips and add it to the salad mixture.
Step 7
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss everything gently to combine.
Step 8
Top the salad with crispy wonton strips and toasted sliced almonds for crunch.
Step 9
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1302.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1866.9 |
| Total Fat 97.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 14.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 8.9g | |
| Cholesterol 296.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5246.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 117.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 25.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 41.5g | |
| Protein 140.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 3.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 489.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3196.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories