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Asian Chicken Crunch Salad

Asian Chicken Crunch Salad

The Asian Chicken Crunch Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines tender cooked chicken breast with crisp shredded cabbage, grated carrots, green onions, and fresh cilantro. Tossed in a savory, tangy, and slightly sweet Asian-inspired dressing, this salad is topped with crunchy almonds or peanuts, wonton strips or fried noodles, and sesame seeds, creating a delightful mix of textures and flavors perfect for a quick lunch, picnic, or light dinner.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

  • 2 cooked chicken breasts, shredded or sliced
  • 3 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup grated carrots
  • 4 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds or chopped peanuts
  • 1/2 cup crunchy wonton strips or fried noodles
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Dressing Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil (or toasted walnut oil/olive oil as substitute)
  • 1 teaspoon honey (or maple syrup for vegan)
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1 clove garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Cook the chicken breast by grilling, baking, or pan-searing until fully cooked and tender. Allow it to cool slightly, then shred or slice into bite-sized pieces for easy mixing.
  2. Chop and Shred Vegetables: While the chicken cooks, thinly shred the cabbage, grate the carrots, and thinly slice the green onions. Roughly chop the fresh cilantro for bright flavor and color.
  3. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, freshly grated ginger, and minced garlic until well combined to create a tangy, savory, and slightly sweet dressing.
  4. Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cabbage, carrots, green onions, and cilantro. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Add the Crunch: Just before serving, sprinkle sliced almonds or chopped peanuts, crunchy wonton strips or fried noodles, and sesame seeds on top to add texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and texture.
  • Make the dressing a day ahead to deepen the flavors.
  • Add dressing gradually to avoid sogginess; more can be added to taste.
  • Lightly toast nuts to enhance their crunch and flavor.
  • Keep crunchy toppings separate until serving to preserve texture.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 salad serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: Asian chicken salad, crunchy chicken salad, healthy chicken salad, gluten-free salad, quick Asian salad, crunchy salad, chicken and veggie salad