Crunchy Orange Chicken Salad

Brighten up your mealtime with this vibrant and flavorful Crunchy Orange Chicken Salad! Packed with tender, golden-seared chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, tangy red cabbage, and juicy mandarin oranges, this salad is a refreshing twist on a classic. The real showstoppers are the crispy fried wonton strips and toasted almonds, which add a satisfying crunch to every bite. Drizzled with a zesty homemade orange-ginger dressing, this salad is a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and citrusy flavors. Quick and easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, this recipe is a versatile option for lunch, dinner, or a crowd-pleasing side dish. Elevate your healthy eating game with this colorful and texture-rich Crunchy Orange Chicken Salad!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 head romaine lettuce
• 1 cup red cabbage
• 1 large carrot
• 1 cup mandarin oranges (canned, drained)
• 10 pieces wonton wrappers
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 0.25 cup sliced almonds
• 2 stalks green onions
• 0.25 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken breasts for 6-8 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Let rest, then slice into thin strips.

Step 3

Cut the wonton wrappers into thin strips. Heat 1 cup of vegetable oil in a small pot until shimmering. Fry the wonton strips in batches until golden and crispy, then drain on paper towels.

Step 4

Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Set aside.

Step 5

Wash and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Thinly slice the red cabbage and grate the carrot. Chop the green onions finely.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the lettuce, cabbage, carrot, mandarin oranges, and green onions.

Step 7

To make the dressing, whisk together orange juice, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and grated ginger in a small bowl.

Step 8

Toss the salad with the dressing until evenly coated.

Step 9

Top the salad with the sliced chicken, fried wonton strips, and toasted almonds just before serving for optimal crunchiness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1911.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3488.5

Total Fat 282.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 143.4g
Cholesterol 286mg	0%
Sodium 3756.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 132.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.2g	0%
Total Sugars 60.3g
Protein 134.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 520.0mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 2424.6mg	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: 70.4%

Protein: 14.9%

Carbs: 14.7%