Gather your family and friends around the table to enjoy the delicious flavors of homemade chicken. Sesame chicken salad is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful meal that is packed with protein and vegetables. The tender chicken is coated in a sweet and tangy sesame sauce and tossed with crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and refreshing cucumbers. From the first bite to the last, this salad will tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied.
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SESAME CHICKEN SALAD
Steps:
- To make the dressing: Put olive oil, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, brown sugar, and crushed red pepper flakes into a blender. Blend until completely emulsified. Taste the dressing and adjust to your taste (I usually add more vinegar and brown sugar but tastes may vary.) (Note: Can make the dressing in advance to allow flavors to develop.)Salt and pepper both sides of the chicken and heat olive oil in a skillet or on a grill pan. Cook the chicken on both sides over medium heat until it has nice color on the surface and is totally cooked through, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat, allow to rest for 5 minutes, and cut into cubes. Place the cubed chicken into a bowl and pour 1/3 of the dressing over it, tossing to coat. Allow to sit for a few minutes, then sprinkle both colors of sesame seeds over the chicken and toss so that the seeds stick to the chicken. Add more seeds if you prefer a thicker coating.To assemble the salad, place the salad greens, sliced onion, and the halved tomatoes in a large bowl. Pour on half the remaining dressing, reserving the rest if you'd like more later. Toss to coat. Arrange chicken, mandarin oranges all over the greens. Serve immediately.Note: Wait until just before serving to toss the salad!
SESAME CHICKEN SALAD
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 28m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Combine syrup, soy and sweet hot mustard in a bowl. Season chicken tenders with salt and pepper on both sides. Add chicken tenders to 1/2 of the marinade and coat. Set aside. Reserve the remaining 1/2 for dressing.
- Preheat a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Spread sesame seeds on a sheet of waxed paper or into a shallow dish. Waxed paper will speed your clean up. Dip the tenders into the sesame seeds. Coat the pan with a thin layer of oil. Cook chicken in small batches 3 minutes on each side and remove to plate.
- Whisk ginger, vinegar and the reserved marinade together then stream in the oil while you are continuing to whisk dressing.
- Combine all of the salad ingredients in a bowl. Toss with dressing and serve, topping with sesame chicken tenders. Toss some crunch into your salad with fried noodles, if you have any leftover packets from ordering Chinese take out, for the last time!
EASY SESAME CHICKEN SALAD
This sesame chicken salad is delicious, light, and perfect for lunch or dinner.
Provided by Mallory
Categories Salad
Time 40m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 5 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove from the heat and set aside to cool.
- While chicken is cooling, combine olive oil, vinegar, soy sauce, ginger, brown sugar, garlic, and red pepper in a Mason jar; close lid and shake vigorously until combined.
- Chop cooled chicken and place in a bowl with dressing and sesame seeds; toss to combine.
- Combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and onion in a large bowl. Mix in dressed chicken and top with mandarin oranges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.1 g, Cholesterol 64.7 mg, Fat 23.6 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 25.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 520.6 mg, Sugar 4.3 g
CRUNCHY SESAME CHICKEN SALAD
Stop in the deli for a rotisserie chicken, and grab a few convenience items from the produce section, and you can have this tasty Asian salad mixed 15 minutes after you get home.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In large serving bowl, toss all ingredients except onions until evenly coated. Sprinkle with onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (1 1/2 Cups), Sodium 810 mg, Sugar 14 g, TransFat 0 g
SESAME CHICKEN SALAD
A fresh and healthy Asian-style salad with Thai basil and coriander, soya beans, carrots and tomatoes
Provided by Sara Buenfeld
Categories Main course
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Put the chicken in a pan and pour over cold water to cover. Tip the soya beans into a steamer. Bring the pan to a gentle simmer, then cook the chicken for 8 mins with the beans above.
- Meanwhile, mix the dressing ingredients in a large bowl. When the chicken is cooked, slice and toss in the dressing along with the beans, carrot, onions, tomatoes, coriander and basil. Mix really well, pile onto the salad leaves and sprinkle with the sesame seeds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 calories, Fat 7 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 14 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 44 grams protein, Sodium 1 milligram of sodium
SESAME CHICKEN NOODLE SALAD
This is my go-to recipe when I have no time. It's quick, easy and you can use almost anything from the fridge. -Jess Apfe, Berkeley, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. , In a large bowl, combine chicken, coleslaw mix, oranges, red pepper, snap peas and green onions; sprinkle with salt and toss to combine., Drain pasta and rinse in cold water. Add pasta and dressing to chicken mixture; toss to coat. Sprinkle with peanuts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 519 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 631mg sodium, Carbohydrate 72g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 35g protein.
ASIAN SESAME CHICKEN SALAD
When my friends and I meet for Sunday get-togethers, this is the one dish they always ask me to make. I don't mind since it travels well, is super easy to make, and absolutely delicious. -Stacy Reed, Gresham, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Just before serving, add wonton strips and drizzle with 1/4 cup dressing; toss to combine. Serve with remaining dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 345 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 519mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein.
SESAME CHICKEN SALAD
Flavorful and so delicious, this sesame chicken salad will wow you!
Provided by MommyBennett
Categories BBQ & Grilling Chicken Salads
Time 8h30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place chicken in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Whisk soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger for marinade together in a small bowl; pour over chicken and toss to evenly coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator, 8 hours to overnight.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Combine mayonnaise, sesame oil, sugar, and ginger for dressing in a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate while you cook the chicken.
- Remove chicken from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade.
- Cook chicken on the preheated grill until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove from the grill and chop when cool enough to handle.
- While the chicken is cooking, place sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium-high heat. Shake the pan like you are making popcorn and toast until seeds give off a lovely toasted smell, 3 to 5 minutes. Quickly remove from the heat and transfer to a bowl to cool; if you leave them in the pan they will continue to cook and burn.
- Place napa cabbage, green cabbage, and carrot in a large bowl with chicken and toasted sesame seeds. Toss together, then mix in the dressing. Divide salad onto plates and top with crispy fried noodles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 687.9 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Cholesterol 85.5 mg, Fat 51.5 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 29.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 1316.8 mg, Sugar 16.6 g
ASIAN SESAME CHICKEN SALAD
Steps:
- Put the peanut oil in a heavy skillet large enough to hold all the chicken in 1 layer without crowding. Put the skillet over medium-low heat. Spread the sesame seeds on a pie plate or waxed paper. Season the breasts with salt and pepper and press into the sesame seeds to coat both sides evenly. Put in the skillet, raise the heat to medium-high, and cook for 5 minutes on each side, gently turning the breasts with a spatula, until the meat is firm and no pink shows in the middle. Reduce the heat if needed to prevent burning.
- Meanwhile, trim the bottom 1/2-inch from the cabbage and remove any damaged or withered parts from the tops of the leaves. Cut crosswise into strips no more than 1/2-inch wide. Put into a salad spinner, fill with water, drain and spin the greens dry. Remove any excess moisture with paper towels.
- Peel and halve the ginger. Drop down the chute of a food processor with the motor running and puree. Stop the motor and scrape down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula. Add the fish sauce, vinegar, and sesame oil. Juice the lime and add the juice to the ginger mixture. Process until the dressing is combined. Add salt to taste.
- Open the can of water chestnuts and drain. Trim the scallions and cut the white and green parts crosswise into thin slices. Cut the top from the bell pepper. Stand it upright and cut down inside the four walls, separating them from the center core and seeds. Then cut the walls into thin strips. Coarsely chop the leaves from the cilantro sprigs.
- Put the cabbage in a large mixing bowl. Add the water chestnuts, scallions, bell pepper, cilantro, and dressing. Toss well. Cut the cooked chicken into strips no more than 1/2-inch wide. Add to the salad and toss.
SESAME-SCALLION CHICKEN SALAD
This reimagined chicken salad is lighter and leafier than your standard picnic lunch. Tender poached chicken, crisp greens, cukes, and scallions get tossed with a sesame dressing that takes its cues form gomae, a Japanese spinach salad.
Provided by Christina Chaey
Categories Bon Appétit Lunch Dinner Salad Chicken Cucumber Green Onion/Scallion Sesame Lettuce Cilantro Soy Sauce Honey Poach Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Dairy Free Picnic
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring chicken, 3 Tbsp. kosher salt, and 5 cups water to a bare simmer in a medium pot over medium heat (chicken should be submerged). Be patient-this will take a little while. Once liquid begins to simmer, reduce heat to low and cook (water should not be simmering at all now) until juices run clear when thickest part of chicken is pierced, 8-10 minutes. Transfer chicken to a medium bowl; discard poaching liquid. Let chicken sit until cool enough to handle, then shred meat into big pieces; set aside.
- Meanwhile, place scallions in a small bowl and pour in very cold water to cover; let soak 10 minutes.
- Drain scallions in a mesh sieve or colander, then rinse under cold running water, swishing vigorously to rinse and to encourage them to curl up. Shake off as much water as possible and place in a large bowl; set aside.
- Working one at a time, slice cucumbers in half crosswise, then slice each piece in half lengthwise. Place quarters cut side down and slice in half lengthwise again to create 8 pieces total per cucumber. Add to bowl with reserved chicken.
- Set 1 Tbsp. sesame seeds aside in a small bowl for serving. Crush remaining sesame seeds in a mortar and pestle until some of the seeds have turned to powder, but with plenty of whole seeds left. (Alternatively, you can pulse seeds a few times in a food processor or spice mill, then transfer to a medium bowl before proceeding). Add lime juice, tahini, soy sauce, honey, and red pepper flakes and mash to create a paste. Add ¼ cup water and whisk to combine (if you don't have a small enough whisk, work in with the pestle). Taste and season with salt.
- Add lettuce and cilantro to bowl with reserved scallions. Pour half of dressing over and toss to coat. Arrange on a platter. Pour remaining dressing over chicken and cucumbers, toss to coat, and arrange over greens. Top salad with reserved 1 Tbsp. sesame seeds and squeeze juice from lime half over.
DELICIOUS AIR FRIED CHICKEN WITH SESAME SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: Simple Truth Organic® Soy Sauce, Simple Truth Organic™ Honey, sriracha, lemon juice, Simple Truth Organic™ Air-Chilled Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs, Simple Truth Organic® Canola Oil, garlic, Simple Truth Organic® Soy Sauce, Simple Truth Organic™ Apple Cider Vinegar, toasted sesame oil, monk fruit sweetener, Simple Truth Organic™ Crushed Red Pepper, Simple Truth® Organic Baby Spinach, Simple Truth Organic® Baby Lettuces, Simple Truth Organic™ Yellow Onion, scallions, toasted sesame seed
Provided by Kroger
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Make the chicken: In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, Sriracha, and lemon juice. Nestle the Simple Truth Organic™ Air-Chilled Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs into the marinade, turning to coat. Cover the bowl and marinate in the refrigerator overnight.
- When ready to cook, preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and coat with the canola oil.
- Arrange the chicken thighs in the air fryer basket in a single layer, working in batches if needed. Air-fry for 5 minutes, then flip the chicken with tongs and cook for another 5 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove the chicken from the air fryer.
- Meanwhile, make the salad: In a small bowl, whisk together the garlic, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, sesame oil, monk fruit sweetener, and red pepper flakes.
- In a large bowl, combine the Simple Truth® Organic Baby Spinach, baby lettuces, yellow onion, and scallions. Toss with half of the dressing until well-coated, then drizzle on more dressing to taste.
- Divide the salad between plates with the chicken thighs alongside. Garnish the salad with toasted sesame seeds.
- Enjoy!
SESAME NOODLE CHICKEN SALAD
This is a wonderful, easy Asian meal. It calls for vermicelli, but I use corn spaghetti due to dietary needs. Really any kind of pasta works! This can be served hot or cold.
Provided by Shire Born
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions, drain well.
- Whisk together rice wine vinegar and next five ingredients in a large bowl. Add pasta, sliced green onions, and remaining ingredients, toss to combine. Serve with extra chili-garlic sauce to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 776, Fat 27, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 52.5, Sodium 1410.2, Carbohydrate 96.2, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 5.1, Protein 36.9
SESAME CHICKEN SALAD
Categories Salad Chicken Ginger Leafy Green Tomato Sauté Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Lunch Cucumber Sesame Maple Syrup Bon Appétit Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Small Plates
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- For dressing:
- Whisk all ingredients in bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
- For chicken:
- Whisk mustard and syrup in bowl to blend. Add chicken and marinate 1 hour.
- Spread sesame seeds on plate. Remove chicken from marinade; shake off excess. Coat chicken on both sides with sesame seeds. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, add chicken to skillet and sauté until just cooked through, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to plate. Add more oil to skillet as needed for each batch.
- Mix greens, cucumber, and tomatoes in large bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat. Divide salad among 4 plates. Top with chicken; drizzle with any remaining dressing and serve.
SESAME SNAP PEA-CHICKEN SALAD
This simple salad features crisp-tender sugar snap peas, delicate shredded chicken and creamy sesame dressing. The cooking methods are important here: Blanching the peas, then shocking them in ice water ensures that they retain crunch and color, while gently poaching the boneless chicken breast and plunging it into an ice water bath means it stays moist. The tangy dressing, which is a nod to the highly addictive Japanese-style goma dressing, is made with earthy roasted sesame seeds and mayonnaise; it finds its way to the craggy edges of the shredded chicken. Try to shred the meat the same size as the sliced peas for the best texture. This salad is great to serve immediately, and even better after spending at least an hour in the refrigerator.
Provided by Hana Asbrink
Categories poultry, salads and dressings, vegetables, appetizer, main course
Time 40m
Yield 2 to 4 servings (about 4 cups)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, add the chicken and enough cold water to cover it by 1 inch. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. When the water begins to boil, lower heat immediately to a gentle simmer, cover partially with a lid and cook for 10 minutes. (Monitor that the bubbles never get too big; lower heat if so.) Turn off the heat, cover completely with lid, and leave on the stovetop for another 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare the sugar snap peas: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. When it begins to boil, set a bowl of ice water next to the stovetop. Drop sugar snap peas into boiling water and cook until crisp-tender, 30 to 45 seconds. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the sugar snap peas to the ice water to cool completely. Drain well and pat dry on a clean dish towel in a single layer.
- Transfer sugar snap peas to a cutting board and trim the tips, if needed, then slice lengthwise into thirds on a slight diagonal. Transfer to a large bowl or lidded container, and refrigerate.
- Prepare the dressing: In a mortar and pestle, coarsely grind the sesame seeds, leaving some whole. In a small bowl, combine ground sesame seeds, mayonnaise, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir until smooth.
- Set a bowl of ice water next to the stovetop. Transfer the chicken to the ice water to cool completely. When chicken is cool enough to handle, pat dry, then finely shred the meat using your fingers. The shreds should be similar in size to the cut sugar snap peas.
- Add the shredded chicken and all of the dressing to the chilled snap peas; toss gently until coated. Enjoy immediately, or refrigerate for up to 1 day.
SESAME CUCUMBER AND AVOCADO SALAD
Crispy cucumber and creamy avocado perform a delicate dance with earthy notes of sesame in this most simple of salads. Thin-skinned varieties such as Persian or English cucumbers work best, as they are almost seedless with a robust flesh that stays crisp. But don't worry if you only have access to seedy cucumbers: Peel them if their skins are thick, then cut them in half lengthwise and scrape out the seeds before slicing. No-cook and ready in a matter of minutes, this elegant salad can be dressed up according to your mood. It is a satisfying meal on its own, but it can also be served alongside cold soba noodles, or with brown rice and a fried or jammy egg on top.
Provided by Hetty McKinnon
Categories brunch, dinner, lunch, quick, weeknight, salads and dressings, appetizer, side dish
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Make the dressing: Place the sesame oil, rice vinegar, sesame seeds, sugar, soy sauce and red-pepper flakes into a small bowl. Add 1 tablespoon of water and whisk until emulsified. Taste, and adjust seasonings. (Dressing should taste acidic, a little sweet and salty.)
- When you're ready to eat, prepare the salad: Halve the avocados and discard the pits. Using a small paring knife, carefully score the avocado flesh into 1/2-inch cubes, avoiding cutting through the skin. Use a large spoon to scoop out the avocado flesh (in one spoonful, if possible), as close to the skin as possible. Transfer avocado cubes to a large bowl and add the dressing; toss gently.
- Add the cucumbers and scallions and toss everything together. Season with salt and black pepper, top with more sesame seeds, and serve immediately.
ASIAN CHICKEN SESAME SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, ground sesame seeds, brown sugar, salt and white pepper, lettuce, red cabbage, green onion, roasted almond, roasted chicken, sesame seeds, black sesame seeds
Provided by Farah Tarek
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 1 seving
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix together the vinegar, oil, soy sauce, tahini, brown sugar, and salt.
- Add the lettuce, cabbage, green onions, almonds, chicken, and the seeds and stir into the sauce until the sauce covers all the ingredients.
- Serve.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- If you don't have any sesame seeds, you can substitute another type of nut or seed, such as almonds, walnuts, or sunflower seeds.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of dressing to your liking.
- For a healthier version of the salad, use a light mayonnaise or Greek yogurt instead of regular mayonnaise.
- Serve the salad immediately after making it, or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Sesame chicken salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With its combination of sweet, savory, and crunchy flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give sesame chicken salad a try!
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