Easiest Ever Chinese Chicken Salad

Fresh, vibrant, and irresistibly crunchy, the "Easiest Ever Chinese Chicken Salad" is the perfect solution for a quick yet satisfying meal. Packed with tender shredded chicken breast, crisp Napa cabbage, and colorful carrots, this recipe offers a delightful medley of textures and flavors. Topped with crunchy chow mein noodles and toasted almonds, every bite is a satisfying crunch. The tangy-sweet sesame ginger dressing, made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a touch of honey, ties the dish together for a perfectly balanced flavor profile. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this versatile salad is ideal for lunch, dinner, or even a light potluck dish. Garnished with sesame seeds for an extra touch of flair, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser that’s as easy to make as it is to love. Keywords: easy Chinese chicken salad, crunchy Asian salad, vibrant chicken salad recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded
• 4 cups Napa cabbage, finely shredded
• 1 cup Carrots, julienned or shredded
• 3 stalks Green onions, thinly sliced
• 1 cup Crunchy chow mein noodles
• 0.5 cup Toasted sliced almonds
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Fresh grated ginger
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, Napa cabbage, carrots, and green onions.

Step 2

2. Add the chow mein noodles and toasted almonds to the bowl. Toss gently to combine.

Step 3

3. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 4

4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated.

Step 5

5. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed (add more soy sauce for saltiness or honey for sweetness).

Step 6

6. Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual bowls.

Step 7

7. Garnish with sesame seeds if desired and serve immediately for the best crunch and flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2021.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2299.7

Total Fat 110.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.7g
Cholesterol 405.6mg	0%
Sodium 2812.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 148.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.8g	0%
Total Sugars 47.9g
Protein 191.0g	0%

Vitamin D 5.6IU	0%
Calcium 874.5mg	0%
Iron 17.2mg	0%
Potassium 4488.0mg	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: 42.3%

Protein: 32.5%

Carbs: 25.2%