Sesame Noodle Chicken Salad

Elevate your lunch or dinner routine with this vibrant Sesame Noodle Chicken Salad, a delightful fusion of fresh vegetables, tender chicken, and savory Asian flavors. Featuring a base of perfectly cooked spaghetti or rice noodles, this dish is tossed with shredded chicken, crunchy julienned carrots, crisp cucumbers, and colorful red bell peppers, all brought together by a rich and aromatic sesame-soy dressing. Infused with hints of garlic, fresh ginger, and a touch of honey, every bite is a balance of sweet, savory, and tangy. Garnished with chopped cilantro, scallions, and toasted sesame seeds, this recipe is perfect served chilled or at room temperature, making it ideal for meal prep, picnics, or quick weeknight dinners. Ready in just 40 minutes and packed with wholesome ingredients, this easy salad is a flavor-packed, high-protein dish the whole family will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces chicken breast
• 250 grams spaghetti or thin rice noodles
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 large carrot (julienned)
• 1 medium red bell pepper (julienned)
• 1 medium cucumber (sliced into thin strips)
• 2 stalks scallions (sliced)
• 2 tablespoons cilantro (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat a pot of water and cook the spaghetti or rice noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.

Step 2

Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden brown and fully cooked (about 7-8 minutes per side). Let the chicken cool slightly before shredding it into bite-sized pieces.

Step 3

Prepare the dressing by whisking together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, grated ginger, garlic, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a small bowl. Adjust seasoning to taste if needed.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked noodles, shredded chicken, julienned carrot, red bell pepper, cucumber slices, and scallions. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss thoroughly to coat all the ingredients.

Step 5

Garnish the salad with chopped cilantro and toasted sesame seeds for extra flavor and crunch.

Step 6

Refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together, or serve immediately at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(937.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1220.3

Total Fat 43.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.9g
Cholesterol 206.4mg	0%
Sodium 4941.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 121.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.7g	0%
Total Sugars 29.6g
Protein 90.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 200.8mg	0%
Iron 5.7mg	0%
Potassium 1694.4mg	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: 31.3%

Protein: 29.4%

Carbs: 39.2%