Best 20 Asian Chicken Salad Recipes

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Asian chicken salad is a delightful and versatile dish that combines the vibrant flavors of Asian cuisine with the protein-packed goodness of chicken. Whether you're looking for a light and refreshing lunch option or a satisfying dinner, this salad offers a perfect balance of taste and nutrition. With its colorful mix of fresh vegetables, savory chicken, and a tangy dressing, Asian chicken salad is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ASIAN CHICKEN CHOPPED SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Asian Chicken Chopped Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: chicken breasts, soy sauce, sesame oil, pepper, red pepper flakes, garlic clove, ginger, rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, sugar, garlic clove, ginger, romaine lettuces, red cabbage, carrots, green onion, cilantro, almond slice, fried wonton chip

Provided by Hitomi Aihara

Categories     Lunch

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 chicken breasts
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
½ teaspoon pepper
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 garlic clove, sliced
1 tablespoon ginger, chopped
¼ cup rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
1 garlic clove, grated
1 teaspoon ginger, grated
2 romaine lettuces, chopped
1 cup red cabbage
½ cup carrots, grated
¼ cup green onion, chopped
¼ cup cilantro, chopped
¼ cup almond slice
¼ cup fried wonton chip

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine marinade ingredients.
  • Add chicken into the bowl, coat the chicken, and marinate for 30 minutes in the fridge.
  • Fully cook chicken.
  • Cut into cubes.
  • In a mason jar, combine ingredients for the dressing. Shake and set aside.
  • Prep the salad. Add all of the salad ingredients into a large bowl and add the cubed chicken and dressing. Toss.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 calories, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 19 grams, Sugar 8 grams

ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD



Asian Chicken Salad image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 28m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 large carrot, peeled
3 cups shredded napa cabbage, from 1 small cabbage
3 cups shredded romaine lettuce, from 1 small lettuce
1 small red bell pepper, seeded and deveined, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons fresh Thai basil leaves or fresh mint leaves, chopped** see Cook's Note
2 cups thinly sliced store-bought rotisserie chicken (about 2 small chicken breasts)
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted** see Cook's Note
1 tablespoon toasted white or black sesame seeds*
1/4 cup peanut or vegetable oil
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar*
1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, optional

Steps:

  • 1/2 cup chow mein noodles, for garnish
  • For the salad: Using a vegetable peeler, shave the carrot and add to a large salad bowl. Stir in the cabbage, lettuce, pepper, Thai basil, chicken, almonds, and sesame seeds.
  • For the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar until smooth. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, if using.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well. Garnish with the chow mein noodles and serve.

ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD WRAPS



Asian Chicken Salad Wraps image

Packed with cabbage and carrots, these Asian chicken wraps feature a fantastic homemade dressing. They'll be a yummy, nutritious lunch or dinner any time of year. -Jason Brannon, Conway, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 cups shredded cooked chicken breasts
4 green onions, finely chopped
1 cup finely shredded cabbage
1/2 cup shredded carrot
DRESSING:
3 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
3 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon water
1 garlic clove, halved
3/4 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
6 lettuce leaves
6 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches), room temperature

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the chicken, green onions, cabbage and carrot. For dressing, in a small food processor, combine the vinegar, oil, honey, water, garlic, ginger and pepper. Cover and process until blended. Add cilantro; cover and process until chopped. Pour over chicken mixture; toss to coat., Place a lettuce leaf on each tortilla; top with chicken mixture. Roll up tightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370 calories, Fat 13g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 503mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

AMAZING ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD



Amazing Asian Chicken Salad image

This is a little like a slaw. I came up with this really wanting Asian Chicken Salad and I got something even better. This recipe is really something. Top with crispy noodles and enjoy!

Provided by emilyk

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     No Mayo

Time 1h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

¼ cup rice vinegar
¼ cup sesame oil
3 green onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons ground ginger
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon ground coriander
2 teaspoons prepared yellow mustard
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
¼ medium head shredded green cabbage
¼ medium head shredded red cabbage
2 large carrots, shredded
3 green onions, chopped
½ bunch cilantro, coarsely chopped leaves
½ cup slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Whisk together the rice vinegar, sesame oil, 3 green onions, garlic, sugar, ginger, soy sauce, vegetable oil, coriander, and mustard in a mixing bowl until the sugar has dissolved. Pour half of the dressing into another container, and refrigerate for later. Place the chicken breasts into the remaining dressing, and coat on all sides. Cover, and refrigerate 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade, and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade. Place the chicken into a baking dish.
  • Bake the chicken breasts in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove from the oven, and allow to cool. Shred the chicken using 2 forks and set aside.
  • To assemble the salad, combine the green cabbage, red cabbage, carrots, 3 green onions, cilantro, almonds, and cooled chicken in a large mixing bowl. Pour the reserved dressing overtop and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305.7 calories, Carbohydrate 16.5 g, Cholesterol 45.6 mg, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 22.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 390.9 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

CRUNCHY ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD



Crunchy Asian Chicken Salad image

I love their crunchy, citrusy salad so much that once I made my husband drive an hour to the nearest Applebee's restaurant just so I could eat it! It was time to come up with my own version. I'm completely happy with the results-and my husband is, too! Find more of my recipes at my blog, mandysrecipeboxblog.com. -Mandy Bird, Holbrook, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 frozen breaded chicken tenders (about 8 ounces)
1/3 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
1 package (10 ounces) hearts of romaine salad mix
1 package (14 ounces) coleslaw mix
1/4 cup crispy chow mein noodles
1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Cook chicken tenders according to package directions. Meanwhile, whisk together mayonnaise, honey, vinegar, mustard and sesame oil., To serve, place romaine and coleslaw mixes in a large bowl; toss with dressing. Divide among four plates. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces; place over salads. Sprinkle with noodles and almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 419 calories, Fat 25g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 602mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

CRISPY ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD



Crispy Asian Chicken Salad image

Asian flavor, crunchy almonds and crispy breaded chicken make this hearty salad something special. -Beth Dauenhauer, Pueblo, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
2 teaspoons hoisin sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
4 teaspoons sesame seeds
2 teaspoons canola oil
4 cups spring mix salad greens
1 small green pepper, julienned
1 small sweet red pepper, julienned
1 medium carrot, julienned
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
2 tablespoons thinly sliced onion
2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted
1/4 cup reduced-fat sesame ginger salad dressing

Steps:

  • Flatten chicken breasts to 1/2-in. thickness. Combine hoisin sauce and sesame oil; brush over chicken. In a shallow bowl, combine panko and sesame seeds; dip chicken in mixture., In a large nonstick, cook chicken in oil until no longer pink, 5-6 minutes on each side., Meanwhile, divide salad greens between 2 plates. Top with peppers, carrot, mushrooms and onion. Slice chicken; place on top. Sprinkle with almonds and drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386 calories, Fat 17g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 620mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED ASIAN CHICKEN PASTA SALAD



Grilled Asian Chicken Pasta Salad image

This cool noodle salad makes a great casual one-bowl dinner or a perfect dish for a potluck or buffet. -Sharon Tipton, Casselberry, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3/4 cup lime juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons sesame oil
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon sugar
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
12 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta, broken
1 large sweet yellow pepper, chopped
1 large sweet red pepper, chopped
1 medium cucumber, peeled and chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
2 green onions, sliced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Combine the first seven ingredients. Pour 1/4 cup of marinade into a shallow dish, reserving remainder. Add chicken and turn to coat. Refrigerate 30 minutes., Drain chicken; discard marinade. Grill chicken, covered, on an oiled grill rack over medium heat (or broil 4 in. from heat) 5-7 minutes on each side, until a thermometer reads 165°. , Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Combine remaining ingredients with reserved marinade. Cut chicken into 1-in. slices. Add pasta and chicken to vegetable mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 478 calories, Fat 16g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 321mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

SPICY ASIAN NOODLE AND CHICKEN SALAD



Spicy Asian Noodle and Chicken Salad image

Provided by Pam Norby

Categories     Salad     Food Processor     Chicken     Ginger     Pasta     Vegetable     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Buffet     Peanut     Cilantro     Soy Sauce     Bon Appétit     Wisconsin     Tree Nut Free

Yield Makes 4 main-course or 8 side-dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup creamy peanut butter (do not use old-fashioned style or freshly ground)
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
2 tablespoons chili-garlic sauce
1 tablespoon (packed) golden brown sugar
1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger
3 tablespoons (or more) low-salt chicken broth
3/4 pound linguine or dried chow mein udon noodles
4 cups thinly sliced cooked chicken, cut into strips
2 large carrots, coarsely grated (about 1 1/4 cups)
6 green onions, chopped
1 red bell pepper, cut into matchstick-size strips
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Combine peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili-garlic sauce, brown sugar, ginger, and 3 tablespoons broth in processor; blend until smooth. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain pasta; rinse with cold water to cool and drain again. Transfer pasta to large bowl. Add chicken, carrots, green onions, bell pepper, and cilantro; toss to blend. Pour dressing over and toss to coat, adding more broth by tablespoonfuls if dressing is too thick. Season salad to taste with salt and pepper.

SPICY ASIAN DRESSING FOR THAI CHICKEN AND NOODLE SALAD



Spicy Asian Dressing for Thai Chicken and Noodle Salad image

This sauce, made from fragrant kitchen standbys, adds spicy, salty, sour, and sweet flavors to our Thai Chicken and Noodle Salad.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 thinly sliced scallion whites
2 minced garlic cloves
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons light-brown sugar
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon anchovy paste (or 1 minced canned anchovy)
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix together all ingredients.

ASIAN CHICKEN PASTA SALAD



Asian Chicken Pasta Salad image

Wonderful stir-fried veggie, chicken pasta salad that's great served warm or cold.

Provided by SERRYP

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Chicken Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces rotelle pasta
5 boneless chicken breast halves, cooked and cut into bite-sized pieces
5 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon salt, divided
2 carrots, sliced diagonally
½ pound fresh mushrooms, quartered
½ head broccoli, cut into florets
½ head cauliflower, broken into small florets
¼ cup water
1 bunch green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons sesame oil

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain. Place in large bowl with chicken.
  • In large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon oil. Cook carrots with 1/4 teaspoon salt until tender-crisp, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove carrots, place in bowl with chicken and pasta. Add 2 tablespoons oil to wok and cook mushrooms with 1/4 teaspoon salt until tender, 5 minutes. Remove mushrooms and place in bowl.
  • Add 2 more tablespoons oil to wok, stir-fry broccoli, cauliflower and onion until coated with oil. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 cup water, cover and cook 5 to 10 minutes, until tender-crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove vegetables with slotted spoon and toss with pasta and chicken.
  • Mix in green onions, soy sauce and sesame oil, adjusting soy and sesame to taste. Serve warm or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.8 calories, Carbohydrate 38.1 g, Cholesterol 52.2 mg, Fat 21.7 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 27.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 863.4 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

CRUNCHY ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD



Crunchy Asian Chicken Salad image

This crunchy salad is ready in 10 minutes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, peeled and minced
1 tablespoon sugar
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/2 head iceberg lettuce, coarsely chopped
8 ounces shredded cooked chicken breast (about 2 cups)
1 yellow bell pepper (ribs and seeds removed), thinly sliced
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 cup crunchy chow mein noodles (optional)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, oil, ginger, and sugar; season with salt and pepper. Divide dressing between two small airtight containers.
  • In a large bowl, toss together lettuce, chicken, bell pepper, and cilantro. Divide between two airtight containers; refrigerate, up to overnight. To serve, top with dressing and, if desired, noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384 g, Fat 18 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 37 g

PANERA BREAD ASIAN SESAME CHICKEN SALAD - COPYCAT



Panera Bread Asian Sesame Chicken Salad - Copycat image

Chicken, romaine, cilantro, almonds, sesame seeds, crispy wonton strips, and an Asian sesame vinaigrette. Mmmmmmm! From America's Most Wanted Recipes - Copycat Versions of Everyone's Best-Loved Food.

Provided by mailbelle

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 wonton wrappers
canola oil, for frying
2 tablespoons sliced almonds
4 cups loosely packed bite-size pieces romaine lettuce
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
3 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts (grilled and sliced thin)
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
1/4 cup toasted sesame oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
3/4 cup canola oil or 3/4 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°.
  • Cut the wonton wrappers into 1/4-inch strips.
  • Heat about 2 inches of canola oil to 365° in a heavy skillet. Fry the wonton strips in the oil until they are crisp, about 30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  • Spread the almonds out on a baking sheet. Toast them in the oven for 5 minutes, toss them around, and then toast for 5 minutes more. Remove from the oven and let cool.
  • To make the dressing, in a bowl, mix together all of the ingredients except the oil. Use a wire whisk to blend well and then slowly drizzle in the oil to create an emulsion.
  • To assemble the salad, in a large bowl, toss the romaine lettuce, cilantro, fried wonton strips, chicken and dressing.
  • Transfer to plates and top with the sesame seeds and almonds.

DELICIOUS ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD WITH CHOW MEIN NOODLES



Delicious Asian Chicken Salad With Chow Mein Noodles image

A delicious and easy to make salad, I sometimes add in a tablespoon of peanut butter to the dressing, plan ahead the dressing must refrigerate for a couple of hours in advance to blend flavors, it may be doubled if desired -- the salad may be prepared in advance but do not add in the dressing or orange segments until just before serving, prep time does not include cooking the chicken, all amounts may be adjusted to taste :)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons canned mandarin juice
2 teaspoons soy sauce
3 -4 teaspoons sesame oil
1/4 cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 small romaine lettuce, torn in pieces (or use a iceberg lettuce, chopped)
4 cooked boneless skinless chicken breasts (shredded or chopped)
3 green onions, chopped
1/3 cup coarsely grated carrot
2 cups dry chow mein noodles (can use more or less)
1/3 cup toasted slivered almonds or 1/3 cup chopped peanuts
canned mandarin oranges (drained, reserve 2 teaspoons juice for the dressing)

Steps:

  • Mix all dressing ingredients until well combined; refrigerate for a minimum of 1 hour.
  • In a large bowl combine the lettuce with chicken, green onions, dry noodles, carrot and slivered almonds or chopped peanuts; mix to combine.
  • Pour on the dressing; toss to combine.
  • Top with mandarin orange segments.
  • Serve immediately.

ASIAN CHICKEN PASTA SALAD



Asian Chicken Pasta Salad image

Packed with veggies, chicken, pasta and just the right amount of heat, this main-dish salad is definitely special. -Nicole Filizetti, Jacksonville, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups uncooked whole wheat spiral pasta
2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1-1/2 cups fresh sugar snap peas, trimmed and halved
1 can (8 ounces) bamboo shoots
1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
3 tablespoons peanut oil
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the chicken, broccoli, peas, bamboo shoots and red pepper., In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Pour over chicken mixture; toss to coat. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; add to salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 344mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD



Asian Chicken Salad image

"This satisfying salad is crunchy, nutty and sweet all at the same time," relates Barb Mickelson of Glenwood, Iowa. "To speed up preparation, I use chow mein noodles instead of fried wonton wrappers called for in the original recipe," Barb notes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup canola oil
1/4 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 medium head iceberg lettuce, torn
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 cup salted cashews
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 package (6 ounces) frozen snow peas, thawed
1 can (3 ounces) chow mein noodles
2 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the first seven ingredients. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Cool. In a large salad bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; add dressing and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 335mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD WITH SNAP PEAS AND BOK CHOY



Asian Chicken Salad with Snap Peas and Bok Choy image

Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Salad     Chicken     Ginger     Onion     Low Carb     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     High Fiber     Dinner     Lunch     Cucumber     Spring     Healthy     Bok Choy     Jalapeño     Cilantro     Sugar Snap Pea     Bon Appétit     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 skinless boneless chicken breast halves (about 1 pound)
5 fresh cilantro sprigs plus 1/3 cup chopped cilantro
1 whole green onion plus 2 green onions, chopped
1 8-ounce package sugar snap peas
3 baby bok choy, thinly sliced crosswise
1 English hothouse cucumber, quartered lengthwise, thinly sliced crosswise
1 red jalapeño chile, thinly sliced
1/4 cup ponzu*
2 1/2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
2 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger

Steps:

  • Fill medium skillet with salted water; bring to boil. Add chicken breasts, cilantro sprigs, and whole green onion; reduce heat to medium and poach chicken until just cooked through, about 20 minutes. Using tongs, transfer chicken to plate; cool. Add snap peas to same skillet; increase heat to high and cook until crisp-tender, about 1 minute.
  • Drain; rinse snap peas under cold water to cool. Discard whole green onion and cilantro sprigs. Coarsely shred chicken. Toss chicken, chopped cilantro, chopped green onions, snap peas, and next 3 ingredients in large bowl. Whisk ponzu, vinegar, oil, and ginger in small bowl. Add dressing to salad; toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • * Available in the Asian foods section of some supermarkets and at Asian markets.

ASIAN SESAME CHICKEN SALAD (COPYCAT PANERA) RECIPE - (4.1/5)



Asian Sesame Chicken Salad (Copycat Panera) Recipe - (4.1/5) image

Provided by á-10966

Number Of Ingredients 23

CHICKEN MARINADE:
1 bag pre-washed romaine lettuce
1 bag pre-washed baby spinach
4 medium chicken breasts
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons brown sugar (or agave nectar, or honey)
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
DRESSING:
1/2 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil, toasted in a dry skillet over medium heat until
golden brown
1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper
1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted
SALAD TOPPINGS:
Chopped cilantro
11 ounce can mandarin oranges packed in water or 100% juice (rinse in water if packed in syrup)
1/4 cup sliced almonds
Baked or fried wonton strips
Sesame seeds

Steps:

  • CHICKEN: Whisk together chicken marinade ingredients, and marinate chicken for 15 minutes. Grill, or cook in a non-stick sprayed skillet until done, then let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Cut into slices. DRESSING: Bring vinegar to a boil in a small saucepan. Turn off the heat, then add in the sugar and stir until dissolved. Let cool. Combine with the rest of the dressing ingredients in a jar, and shake to combine. Divide lettuce and spinach between four plates. Top with sliced chicken, salad dressing, and toppings.

ASIAN ISLAND GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD



Asian Island Grilled Chicken Salad image

Pineapple-marinated chicken breast and red bell pepper strips top this crunchy Asian salad.

Provided by Dole

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Dole

Time 25m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup DOLE® Pineapple Juice
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon packed brown sugar
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
2 (8 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 (10.7 ounce) package DOLE Asian Island Crunch™ Salad Kit
1 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced
¼ cup DOLE Red Onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Combine pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar and garlic with 1 tablespoon provided sesame ginger dressing in small sauce pan. Bring to boil and reduce to 1/3.
  • Heat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat; brush grill lightly with oil or spray with non-stick vegetable cooking spray.
  • Baste chicken with pineapple mixture. Grill chicken, turning once (and continuing to baste), 10 to 12 minutes or until no longer pink in center.
  • Slice chicken. Place salad blend in large bowl with provided accompaniments and toss with remaining dressing.
  • Arrange salad on plates; top with bell pepper, onion, and chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.1 calories, Carbohydrate 23.6 g, Cholesterol 91.2 mg, Fat 10.9 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 34.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 613.7 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD WITH PEANUT DRESSING



Asian Chicken Salad with Peanut Dressing image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Kosher salt
1 cup frozen shelled edamame
2 oranges
1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 teaspoon Sriracha
Freshly ground pepper
1/2 large head iceberg lettuce, chopped
2 cups watercress, trimmed
1 cup crunchy chow mein noodles
2 1/2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken (about 12 ounces)
1 cup shredded carrots (about 2 carrots)

Steps:

  • Bring a small saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add the edamame and cook until tender and bright green, about 3 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water; set aside.
  • Cut the top and bottom off each orange, then cut off the peel and white pith. Holding an orange over a small bowl to catch the juice, cut along the membranes to remove the orange segments, letting them fall into the bowl. Squeeze any juice from the membranes into the bowl. Repeat with the other orange.
  • Whisk the peanut butter, 1/4 cup water, 2 tablespoons of the orange juice, the soy sauce, vinegar, Sriracha and 1/8 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Toss the lettuce, watercress and half of the chow mein noodles in a large bowl. Divide among plates and drizzle with half the dressing. Top with the chicken, edamame, carrots, orange segments and remaining noodles. Season with salt and pepper and drizzle with the remaining dressing.

CRUNCHY ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD



Crunchy Asian Chicken Salad image

With convenient coleslaw mix and ramen noodles, you can create a tasty main-dish salad in just 15 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 package (3 oz) oriental-flavor ramen noodle soup mix
2 tablespoons sesame seed
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup white vinegar
1 tablespoon dark sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups cut-up cooked chicken
1/4 cup dry-roasted peanuts, if desired
4 medium green onions, sliced (1/4 cup)
1 bag (16 oz) coleslaw mix (8 cups)
1 can (11 oz) mandarin orange segments, drained

Steps:

  • In 10-inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in seasoning packet from soup mix. Break block of noodles into bite-size pieces over skillet; stir into butter mixture. Cook noodles 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in sesame seed. Cook about 2 minutes longer, stirring occasionally, until noodles are golden brown; remove from heat.
  • In large glass or plastic bowl, mix sugar, vinegar, oil and pepper. Add noodle mixture and remaining ingredients; toss. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (about 1 1/4 Cups), Sodium 260 mg, Sugar 16 g, TransFat 1 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, high-quality ingredients.
  • When choosing chicken, opt for boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs.
  • To ensure even cooking, slice the chicken against the grain.
  • To prevent the chicken from drying out, marinate it for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • For a healthier option, bake or grill the chicken instead of frying it.
  • When choosing vegetables for the salad, opt for a variety of colors and textures.
  • To add crunch to the salad, consider adding nuts, seeds, or crispy wontons.
  • For a flavorful dressing, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, and ginger.
  • To make the salad more filling, add cooked quinoa, brown rice, or noodles.
  • For a more flavorful salad, consider using a variety of herbs, such as cilantro, mint, or basil.

Conclusion:

Asian chicken salad is a delicious, healthy, and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or as a snack. With its combination of protein, vegetables, and a flavorful dressing, this salad is sure to please everyone at the table. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy meal or a more elaborate dish, there are many different recipes to choose from. So next time you're looking for a healthy and satisfying salad, give Asian chicken salad a try.

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