Best 4 Giadas Asian Chicken Salad Recipes

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Giada's Asian chicken salad is a flavorful and refreshing dish that combines the vibrant flavors of Asian cuisine with the convenience of a quick and easy salad. This salad is perfect for busy weeknights or light lunches, and can be easily customized to suit your dietary preferences and taste buds. With its mix of fresh vegetables, juicy chicken, and a tangy dressing, Giada's Asian chicken salad is sure to become a staple in your recipe repertoire. Whether you're looking for a healthy and satisfying meal or a light and flavorful side dish, Giada's Asian chicken salad is sure to hit the spot.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

GIADA'S ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD



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Just watched Giada make this and it looks so light and tasty! Can't wait to try it. Update: did try and have changed the dressing slightly, in agreement with the first review.

Provided by mapaklenk

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

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

Steps:

  • 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.
  • **Cook's Note: To toast the slivered almonds, arrange them in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F oven for 8 to 10 minutes until lightly golden. Cool completely before using.

ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD WITH ORANGE-GINGER DRESSING



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This Asian inspired salad makes for a lovely luncheon or supper. The contents of the salad can easily be adjusted to whatever you like or have on hand. If you prefer a vegetarian meal, omit the chicken or use tofu instead. Won't be chicken salad but will still be delicious.

Provided by justcallmetoni

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup plain nonfat yogurt
2 tablespoons orange juice
3/4 teaspoon grated fresh gingerroot
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon white sugar
1/4 teaspoon dried orange peel
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 pinch ground cinnamon
6 cups romaine lettuce, cleaned and cut into pieces
1 cup cooked boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into matchstick pieces
1 red pepper, julienned
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges in juice, drained
1/2 cup sliced water chestnuts, drained
1/4 cup sliced almonds (optional garnish)

Steps:

  • Using a blender or food processor, blend all of the dressing ingredients (yogurt, orange juice, ginger, salt, sugar, orange peel, cayenne and cinnamon) until smooth and creamy. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • To assemble salads, place lettuce into large serving bowl or onto 4 serving plates. Toss together remaining ingredients except almonds on top of lettuce.
  • Drizzle 1/2 of dressing on salad, reserving remaining portion so that guests can adjust amount to taste.
  • Garnish with sliced almonds (optional).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.5, Fat 4.6, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 30.4, Sodium 206.6, Carbohydrate 19.2, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 13.8, Protein 15.7

ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD



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A perfect salad for leftover BBQ, boiled, broiled or baked chicken. A very crunchy salad with a tasty sweet Asian-style dressing. The kids love it too! The Chinese rice noodles are of the cellophane type and can be found in the Asian section of most grocery stores. They are often in rectangle form and in clear packaging.

Provided by D

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
¼ cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 (8 ounce) package dried rice noodles
1 head iceberg lettuce - rinsed, dried, and chopped
4 boneless chicken breast halves, cooked and shredded
3 green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

  • Prepare the dressing 30 minutes ahead of time by combining the brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, salad oil, and rice vinegar in a salad dressing carafe.
  • To prepare the Chinese rice noodles, heat a skillet with a few tablespoons of oil and break off a little bit of the noodles and add them to the skillet and fry them. They will puff up in the skillet, so only add a few at a time. As they begin to puff up, remove and drain them on paper towels. Be sure to cook long enough as the under cooked noodles will be like eating needles. Once cooked, add them to the salad mixture.
  • In a large bowl combine the iceberg lettuce, cooked and shredded chicken, green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Let chill about 10 minutes, and just before serving add the cooked rice noodles. Serve in salad bowls and offer the dressing in a pourable container so your family can add as much dressing as they want. You can also pour the dressing over the top of the salad, toss, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 413.6 calories, Carbohydrate 39.2 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 22.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 224.6 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

AMAZING ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD



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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

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, high-quality ingredients.
  • If you don't have roasted peanuts, you can make your own by roasting unsalted peanuts in a preheated 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • To save time, you can use store-bought shredded chicken or rotisserie chicken.
  • If you don't have wonton strips, you can substitute them with crispy fried noodles or tortilla chips.
  • For a vegetarian version of the salad, omit the chicken and add extra tofu or tempeh.
  • To make the salad ahead of time, simply prepare the chicken, vegetables, and dressing separately and store them in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When ready to serve, assemble the salad and toss with the dressing.

Conclusion:

Giada's Asian Chicken Salad is a delicious, healthy, and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or as a light snack. With its colorful array of fresh vegetables, tender chicken, crispy wonton strips, and flavorful dressing, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal that's packed with flavor, give Giada's Asian Chicken Salad a try!

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