Best 8 Quick Chinese Chicken Salad Recipes

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If you're looking for a quick and healthy meal, a Chinese chicken salad is a great option. With its flavorful combination of tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a tangy dressing, this salad is sure to satisfy your cravings. Plus, it can be easily customized to your liking, making it a versatile dish that can be enjoyed by everyone. Read on to discover the best recipes for quick Chinese chicken salad, along with tips on how to make it even more delicious.

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

CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD



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Recipe video above. This one is all about the fabulous Asian Dressing and the slaw-type shape of the ingredients. Don't skip the crunchy noodles, they totally make this! Alternative Dressing: standby Asian Sesame Dressing (keeps for weeks).

Provided by Nagi | RecipeTin Eats

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tbsp light soy sauce ((Note 1))
3 tbsp rice vinegar ((aka rice wine vinegar, or use cider vinegar))
1 tbsp sesame oil (toasted)
2 tbsp grapeseed oil ((or canola or any other neutral flavored oil))
1 tsp sugar
1 1/2 tsp fresh ginger (, grated or very finely chopped)
1 garlic clove (, minced)
1/2 tsp black pepper
4 cups Chinese cabbage ((Nappa Cabbage), finely shredded (Note 2))
1 1/2 cups red cabbage (, finely shredded)
1 cup carrot (, finely julienned (see video))
2 cups chicken (, shredded)
1/2 cup shallots / scallions (, finely sliced on the diagonal)
1/2 to 1 cup crunchy noodles ((I use Chang's) (Note 3))
1 - 2 tsp sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Combine the Dressing ingredients in a jar and shake. Set aside for 10 minutes or so for the flavours to meld.
  • Place the Salad ingredients together in a large bowl along with half the crunchy noodles. Drizzle over dressing then toss. (Note 4)
  • Divide between serving bowls. Top with more crunchy noodles and a good sprinkle of sesame seeds. Serve immediately!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 320 g, Calories 412 kcal, Carbohydrate 17.3 g

CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD



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Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     main-dish

Time 34m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce, divided
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil, divided
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1/2 head napa cabbage, thinly shredded (about 6 cups)
1/4 head red cabbage, shredded (about 2 cups)
1 large carrot, shredded (about 2 cups)
3 scallions, trimmed and thinly sliced, greens included (about 1/2 cup)
1 (8-ounce) can sliced water chestnuts
1 (11-ounce) can Mandarin oranges in water, drained
1/3 cup rice wine vinegar
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced ginger
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons chili-garlic sauce or chili sauce
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Combine 1 tablespoon soy sauce and 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil and brush onto chicken breasts. Arrange in a baking dish and bake until juices run clear, about 13 to15 minutes. Remove from oven, cool completely, and cut into 1/4-inch slices.
  • In a large bowl, combine Napa cabbage, red cabbage, carrot, scallions, water chestnuts, Mandarin orange and sliced chicken. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, ginger, oil, 1 1/2 teaspoons sesame oil, brown sugar and chili sauce. Pour dressing over salad and toss to combine. Divide among bowls and top each serving with 2 teaspoons toasted almonds.

CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 split chicken breasts (bone-in, skin-on)
Good olive oil
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 pound asparagus, ends removed, and cut in thirds diagonally
1 red bell pepper, cored and seeded
2 scallions (white and green parts), sliced diagonally
1 tablespoon white sesame seeds, toasted
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup good apple cider vinegar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons dark sesame oil
1/2 tablespoon honey
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon peeled, grated fresh ginger
1/2 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
1/4 cup smooth peanut butter
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Place the chicken breasts on a sheet pan and rub with the skin with olive oil. Sprinkle liberally with salt and pepper. Roast for 35 to 40 minutes, until the chicken is just cooked. Set aside until cool enough to handle. Remove the meat from the bones, discard the skin, and shred the chicken in large bite-sized pieces.
  • Blanch the asparagus in a pot of boiling salted water for 3 to 5 minutes until crisp-tender. Plunge into ice water to stop the cooking. Drain. Cut the peppers in strips about the size of the asparagus pieces. Combine the cut chicken, asparagus, and peppers in a large bowl.
  • Whisk together all of the ingredients for the dressing and pour over the chicken and vegetables. Add the scallions and sesame seeds and season to taste. Serve cold or at room temperature.

QUICK CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD



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Chicken salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken breast. With this great salad, dinner is quick, and you don't have to turn on the oven.

Provided by Kikkoman

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Kikkoman

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
3 tablespoons Kikkoman Soy Sauce
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon Oriental sesame oil
1 (16 ounce) package mixed salad greens, washed and drained
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
2 medium-size cooked chicken breast halves, skinned, boned and shredded

Steps:

  • Combine vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, vegetable and sesame oils in large bowl, stirring until sugar dissolves.
  • Add salad mixture and cilantro, tossing to coat all pieces.
  • Add chicken; toss to combine. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.9 calories, Carbohydrate 6.5 g, Cholesterol 41.3 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 18.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 753.9 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD



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A wonderfully satisfying chicken salad dinner that is easy to make at home and ready in just 25 minutes. Perfect if you love Chinese cuisine.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup peanut oil
2 1/2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1 head iceberg lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces (about 8 cups)
4 medium stalks celery, thinly sliced (2 cups)
1 medium carrot, shredded (1/2 cup)
1/2 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped
4 medium green onions, sliced (1/4 cup)
2 tablespoons sesame seed, toasted
1/2 cup chow mein noodles

Steps:

  • In small bowl, stir together vinegar, sugar and salt until sugar is dissolved. Whisk in oil.
  • In large salad bowl, stir together chicken, lettuce, celery, carrot, walnuts, green onions and sesame seed until well mixed. Just before serving, pour dressing over salad; toss until coated. Top with chow mein noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 540 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD



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Here's a cool, easy entree perfect for steamy summer days! You can do most of the preparation for this dish ahead of time and just mix it together before serving. The crispy lettuce and wonton skins keep this dish light, while the chicken and dressing give it wonderful flavor. -Shirley Smith, Yorba Linda, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 ounces wonton wrappers, cut into 1/4-inch strips
Oil for deep-fat frying
3 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 head lettuce, shredded
4 green onions with tops, sliced
1/4 cup sesame seeds, toasted
DRESSING:
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon monosodium glutamate, optional
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Deep-fry wonton strips in oil until brown and crisp. Drain on paper towels; set aside. , In a large salad bowl, gently combine the chicken, lettuce, green onions and sesame seeds. In a small bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients. Just before serving, add fried wonton skins to salad; pour dressing over and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts :

QUICK ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD



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Our family enjoys sampling a variety of salads, but this one is at the top of their list. It's an interesting twist on traditional chicken salad. -Vivian Miller, Sonora, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1-1/2 cups cooked rice
1 package (10 ounces) frozen green beans, thawed
1 cup bean sprouts
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
DRESSING:
1/3 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt, optional
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Whisk dressing ingredients together in a small bowl. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 194mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRACE'S AWESOME CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD



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A quick and easy chicken salad with the most awesome rice vinegar dressing! Great use for leftover chicken. I got this recipe from a lovely co-worker, Grace (she says she always doubles the onion amount). Best served within one hour of mixing. Enjoy!

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons salad oil
1 (3 ounce) package ramen noodles (do not use seasonings)
1/2 cup sliced almonds
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
2 cups shredded cooked chicken breasts
4 cups finely shredded cabbage (1 small head- or buy a package of cole slaw salad mix- it has 5 or 6 cups already shredded)
1/2 cup chopped green onion
salt, to taste
1/3 cup salad oil
1/3 cup rice vinegar (or distilled white vinegar)
3 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a wide frying pan over medium-high heat. Crumble noodles (do not use seasonings); add crumbled noodles with almonds and sesame seeds to hot oil. Cook, stirring until browned (3 to 4 minutes).
  • Lift out mixture from frying pan; drain.
  • In a salad bowl, combine noodle mixture, chicken, cabbage and onions. Season with salt to taste.
  • Mix together ingredients for Rice Vinegar Dressing and pour over salad; toss lightly until well coated.
  • Serve within 1 hour of mixing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383.7, Fat 27.7, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 39.2, Sodium 332.3, Carbohydrate 16.9, Fiber 3, Sugar 4.3, Protein 18.3

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken: Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs for the best results.
  • Cook the chicken properly: Make sure the chicken is cooked through before adding it to the salad. You can boil, poach, grill, or stir-fry the chicken.
  • Use fresh vegetables: Fresh vegetables will give your salad the best flavor and texture. If you can, buy your vegetables from a local farmer's market or organic grocery store.
  • Don't overdress the salad: A light dressing is all you need to enhance the flavors of the chicken and vegetables. Too much dressing will weigh down the salad and make it soggy.
  • Serve the salad immediately: Chinese chicken salad is best when served fresh. If you need to make it ahead of time, store the dressing and salad separately and assemble just before serving.

Conclusion:

Chinese chicken salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. With its combination of protein, vegetables, and a light dressing, this salad is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful meal, give this Chinese chicken salad a try!

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