Best 5 Panera Bread Asian Sesame Chicken Salad Copycat Recipes

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Are you craving Panera Bread's delicious Asian Sesame Chicken Salad but want to recreate it in the comfort of your own kitchen? Look no further! This guide will provide you with a step-by-step recipe to create a copycat version of this popular salad. We'll show you how to make the flavorful sesame dressing, prepare the tender chicken, and assemble the salad with fresh and crunchy ingredients. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this delicious and easy-to-make Panera Bread Asian Sesame Chicken Salad copycat.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

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.

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.

COPYCAT PANERA ASIAN SESAME CHICKEN SALAD



Copycat Panera Asian Sesame Chicken Salad image

Copycat Panera Asian Sesame Chicken Salad is a healthier version of my favorite salad from Panera!

Provided by Iowa Girl Eats

Categories     copycat, entree, light and healthy, lunch, salad

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 bag chopped romaine lettuce
1 bag baby spinach
4 medium chicken breasts
3 Tablespoons soy sauce or gluten-free Tamari (dish will not be GF if using soy sauce)
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons canola oil
1-1/2 teaspoons sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
pepper
1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown
Chopped cilantro
11oz 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:

  • For the 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.
  • For the 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 SESAME CHICKEN SALAD



Asian Sesame Chicken Salad image

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

6 cups torn romaine (about 1 small bunch)
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 large cucumber, peeled and finely chopped
1/2 cup chopped salted peanuts
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1 green onion, thinly sliced
1 cup wonton strips
3/4 cup Asian toasted sesame salad dressing, divided

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.

COPYCAT PANERA ASIAN SESAME CHICKEN SALAD RECIPE



Copycat Panera Asian Sesame Chicken Salad Recipe image

Change things up for lunch with our delicious Copycat Panera Asian Sesame Chicken Salad. It is so simple to make and tastes absolutely amazing.

Provided by Momma Cyd

Categories     Salad

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
3 Tablespoons soy sauce
3 teaspoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground ginger
½ cup rice vinegar
¼ cup sugar
2 Tablespoons canola oil
salt and pepper, to taste
½ teaspoon sesame seeds
4 cups baby spinach leaves
4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
¼ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
½ cup sliced almonds
11 ounces mandarin oranges (1 can, drained)
1 cup wonton strips

Steps:

  • In a medium sized bowl mix together all of the marinade ingredients. Pour into a gallon size bag with the chicken breasts and let marinate for 20 minutes. Make sure to turn every few minutes so all sides of the chicken breast get covered with marinade.
  • Cook on the grill over medium-low heat until cooked through. Make slices in each chicken breast after grilling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 503 kcal, Carbohydrate 36 g, Protein 34 g, Fat 26 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 72 mg, Sodium 917 mg, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 26 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

  • To save time, use a rotisserie chicken or leftover grilled chicken.
  • Use low-sodium soy sauce or tamari to control the saltiness of the dish.
  • Feel free to adjust the amount of sesame oil and rice vinegar to suit your taste.
  • For a spicier salad, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
  • If you don't have Asian sesame dressing, you can make your own by whisking together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, and ginger.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

This Panera Bread Asian Sesame Chicken Salad copycat recipe is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner. It is packed with protein, vegetables, and healthy fats, and the Asian sesame dressing adds a delicious flavor boost. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can easily make this salad at home. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try.

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