Best 6 Easy Asian Style Chicken Slaw Recipes

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Looking for a quick and flavorful Asian-inspired dish? This easy Asian-style chicken slaw recipe is a delightful combination of crunchy vegetables, tender chicken, and a tangy dressing. With minimal preparation and cooking time, this dish is perfect for busy weeknight meals or light summer lunches. The colorful slaw, featuring crisp cabbage, shredded carrots, and fresh herbs, provides a refreshing contrast to the juicy chicken, while the homemade dressing adds a burst of flavor with its blend of soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and honey. Enjoy this delicious and healthy meal that perfectly captures the vibrant flavors of Asian cuisine.

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CHICKEN AND ASIAN SLAW



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This meal is always a hit, and it goes together so quickly. Sesame ginger salad dressing adds refreshing flavor to this pairing of broiled chicken and an exotic homemade coleslaw. -Melissa Jelinek, Apple Valley, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups cubed fresh pineapple
2 cups sliced bok choy
2 cups shredded red cabbage
1/3 cup plus 1/4 cup sesame ginger salad dressing, divided
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler. In a large bowl, combine pineapple, bok choy, cabbage and 1/3 cup salad dressing; toss to coat., Place chicken in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Brush both sides of chicken with remaining salad dressing. Broil 3-4 in. from heat 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165°., Divide slaw among four bowls. Slice chicken; arrange over slaw. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 433mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY ASIAN-STYLE CHICKEN SLAW



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From the first time I made this chicken dish, I knew it was a winner-the bowl came back to the kitchen scraped clean. This one-dish wonder works every time in my house! -Bess Blanco, Vail, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (3 ounces) ramen noodles
1 rotisserie chicken, skin removed, shredded
1 package (16 ounces) coleslaw mix
6 green onions, finely chopped
1 cup reduced-fat Asian toasted sesame salad dressing

Steps:

  • Discard seasoning packet from noodles or save for another use. Break noodles into small pieces; place in a large bowl. Add chicken, coleslaw mix and green onions. Drizzle with salad dressing; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 405mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ASIAN CHICKEN SLAW WITH PASTA



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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Salt
8 ounces angel hair pasta or capellini
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup rice or white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons Nuoc nam (bottled Vietnamese fish sauce), optional
3/4 to 1 pound boneless smoked chicken or turkey breast
1/2 small head Napa or Chinese cabbage, cored
2 carrots, peeled
1/2 cup (packed) washed basil leaves

Steps:

  • Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook until it is tender but still firm to the bite, about 3 to 4 minutes. Drain the pasta and rinse it under cold water to cool it completely. Drain the pasta again, pat it dry and add it to the mixing bowl.
  • Finely shred the cabbage and grate or finely chop the carrots. Roll the basil leaves up into tight cylinders and cut across them to create fine shreds and add them to the mixing bowl. Toss the salad with the dressing and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

ASIAN SHREDDED CHICKEN COLESLAW



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This is a nice hot weather main dish salad that is very easy to prepare. Feel free to add any of your favorite veges. The cooking time does not reflect the time it would take to cook the chicken breasts.

Provided by Normaone

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped peeled fresh ginger
2 tablespoons oriental sesame oil
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon dry crushed red pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cooked, shredded
1 1/2 lbs green cabbage
4 stalks celery, thinly sliced
1 medium red onion, very thinly sliced
1 cup chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients.
  • Add chicken and let stand 5 minutes.
  • Add cabbage, celery, onion, and cilantro.
  • Season.
  • Chill at least 1 hour to blend flavors.
  • Toss now and then.

EASY ASIAN COLESLAW



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Make and share this Easy Asian Coleslaw recipe from Food.com.

Provided by tamibic

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 5m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 (1 lb) packages coleslaw mix
1 red pepper, chopped
4 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (more if you like)
3/4 cup cashew pieces
6 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
6 tablespoons peanut butter
3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced
2 tablespoons garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Mix salad ingredients in large bowl.
  • Mix dressing ingredients in small bowl.
  • Toss together when ready to serve.

SPICE-CRUSTED CHICKEN WITH ASIAN SLAW



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Griddle lean chicken breasts marinated in Chinese spices and serve with shredded cabbage and onion

Provided by Jennifer Joyce

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 23m

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
2 tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp each chilli flakes , cumin seeds and Sichuan peppercorns
3 tbsp soft brown sugar
3 tbsp soy sauce
juice 1 lemon , plus lemon halves to serve
½ small white cabbage , finely shredded
1 red onion , sliced
1 red chilli , deseeded and chopped
small handful coriander sprigs, to serve

Steps:

  • Slice most of the way through each chicken breast lengthways, and open out like a book. Cover with cling film and gently beat with a rolling pin until flattened. Rub 2 tsp sesame oil all over the chicken.
  • Roughly crush the chilli flakes, cumin seeds and peppercorns using a pestle and mortar. Add some salt and sprinkle over both sides of the chicken. Chill until you are ready to cook.
  • In small bowl, mix the remaining sesame oil, sugar, soy sauce and lemon juice. Add the cabbage, onion and chilli to a large bowl, pour over half the dressing and mix well. Save remaining dressing to use as a dipping sauce for the chicken.
  • Heat grill to high. Place the chicken on a baking tray lined with foil, grill for 3-4 mins on each side until cooked through. Serve with the slaw, lemon halves, a scattering of coriander and dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 7 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 22 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 22 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 33 grams protein, Sodium 2.3 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, crisp cabbage and carrots.
  • If you don't have rice vinegar, you can substitute white vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
  • If you like your slaw spicy, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or Sriracha sauce.
  • For a healthier version, use Greek yogurt or low-fat mayonnaise instead of regular mayonnaise.
  • To save time, you can use a pre-shredded cabbage and carrot mix.

Conclusion:

This easy Asian-style chicken slaw is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. The combination of sweet, sour, and savory flavors is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy side dish, give this Asian-style chicken slaw a try.

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