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Chinese Chicken Salad

Crunchy Chinese Chicken Salad: A Fresh Twist You'll Love

This Crunchy Chinese Chicken Salad combines sweet, tangy mandarin oranges and savory chicken for a delightful meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Finely chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce Provides a crunchy base
  • 2 cups Shredded red cabbage Adds color and slight peppery flavor
  • 2 cups Shredded chicken Using leftover rotisserie chicken is ideal
  • 1 can Jarred mandarin oranges (drained) Brings sweetness and brightness
  • 1 packet Instant ramen (crushed) Supplies crucial crunch
  • 1 cup Shredded carrot Can be omitted or swapped with sliced bell peppers
  • 1/2 cup Sliced green onions Adds mild onion flavor
  • 1/2 cup Sliced almonds Enhances crunch and nuttiness
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Rice wine vinegar Provides acidity and depth
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Contributes sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame oil Brings nutty flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Hoisin sauce Adds sweet and savory complexity
  • 2 tablespoons Soy sauce Provides umami depth
  • 1 teaspoon Minced ginger Offers aromatic depth
  • 1 teaspoon Minced garlic Enhances flavor
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable oil Used for emulsifying the dressing

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Forks

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all ingredients, finely chop the romaine or iceberg lettuce, shred the red cabbage and carrots. Poach chicken breast if needed.
  2. Shred the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped lettuce, shredded red cabbage, shredded carrots, sliced green onions, shredded chicken, and drained mandarin oranges.
  4. Gently fold in crushed ramen noodles, reserving a handful for topping.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together rice wine vinegar, honey, sesame oil, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, minced ginger, and minced garlic. Gradually drizzle in vegetable oil while whisking.
  6. Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine.
  7. Transfer salad to a serving bowl or plates and sprinkle reserved ramen noodles on top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store salad ingredients separately before serving and add dressing just before serving to maintain crunchiness.

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