ASIAN SPINACH CHICKEN SALAD

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"Though we don't usually care for Asian food, this delightful salad is the exception!" says Marlene Roberts from Moore, Oklahoma. "It's an easy dish for a busy weeknight dinner."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 teaspoons sesame oil, divided
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Dash ground ginger
1 boneless skinless chicken breast (6 ounces), cut into 1-inch cubes
1-1/2 cups fresh baby spinach
2 tablespoons shredded carrot
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1-3/4 cups chow mein noodles
1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine 4 teaspoons sesame oil, vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, salt, cayenne and ginger; shake well. Cover and refrigerate until serving., In a small skillet, saute chicken in remaining oil until golden brown; set aside and keep warm. In a small bowl, combine the spinach, carrot and onions. Shake dressing and pour over salad; toss to coat., Divide chow mein noodles between two plates; top with salad mixture and chicken. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 451 calories, Fat 28g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 444mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

Kabir Rahim
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a healthy and delicious meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner.


Faisal Malkana
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Abinash Tharu
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes great.


Coolguy 1249
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I made this salad for my family and they all loved it. It's a great way to get them to eat their vegetables.


Soorgul Mandozai
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's perfect for a summer lunch or dinner.


Huzaifa Gopang
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I love the Asian flavors in this salad. The dressing is especially good.


MD Humayon
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a healthy and delicious meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner.


Husnain Sabir
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Kenneth Wilson
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This salad is amazing! The chicken is so tender and flavorful, and the dressing is perfect. I love the addition of the spinach and almonds.


Aries Thezodiac
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I made this salad for lunch today and it was so refreshing and flavorful. The dressing was light and tangy, and the chicken was perfectly cooked. I'll definitely be making this again!


Fernando Valera
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Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the salad was packed with flavor. Definitely a keeper.


Rajitha Amarasingha
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This Asian spinach chicken salad was a hit at my dinner party! The combination of flavors was unique and delicious, and the chicken was perfectly cooked. I'll definitely be making this again.