Oodles of Noodles Chicken Salad

Dive into the refreshing and flavor-packed world of "Oodles of Noodles Chicken Salad," a vibrant fusion of tender shredded chicken, silky rice noodles, and crisp julienned vegetables, tied together with a zesty sesame-soy-lime dressing. This easy-to-make recipe is a perfect blend of textures and bold Asian-inspired flavors, featuring garlic, fresh ginger, and a touch of honey for balanced sweetness. Ready in just 35 minutes, it's a wonderfully light yet satisfying dish, ideal for a quick lunch, weeknight dinner, or even a potluck crowd-pleaser. Garnished with fragrant cilantro, crunchy green onions, and sesame seeds, this chilled salad is as stunning as it is delicious, making it a go-to recipe for anyone craving noodles with a fresh and healthy twist.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces chicken breast
• 200 grams dry thin rice noodles
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 large carrot
• 1 medium cucumber
• 0.5 cup cilantro
• 2 stalks green onions
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 liter water

Directions

Step 1

Fill a medium pot with 1 liter of water and bring it to a boil. Add the chicken breasts and reduce to a simmer. Poach the chicken for 10-12 minutes or until fully cooked. Remove the chicken and let it cool before shredding it into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

In another pot, bring 1 liter of water to a boil. Add the rice noodles and cook according to the package instructions (typically 3-5 minutes). Drain and rinse the noodles under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.

Step 3

Slice the red bell pepper, carrot, and cucumber into thin julienne strips. Chop the cilantro and thinly slice the green onions.

Step 4

In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by combining soy sauce, sesame oil, lime juice, honey, grated garlic, and grated ginger. Whisk until well blended.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cooked noodles, julienned vegetables, chopped cilantro, and sliced green onions.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Transfer the salad to a serving platter or bowls. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top as a garnish.

Step 8

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before serving for a cooler dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2069.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1700.7

Total Fat 56.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.5g
Cholesterol 206.4mg	0%
Sodium 2630.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 210.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.5g	0%
Total Sugars 29.6g
Protein 92.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 234.3mg	0%
Iron 5.4mg	0%
Potassium 1863.5mg	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: 29.8%

Protein: 21.4%

Carbs: 48.8%