Best 5 Szechwan Chicken Salad With Dressing Recipes

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Are you on the hunt for a dish that is both delicious and bursting with unique flavors? Look no further than Szechwan Chicken Salad with Dressing. This tantalizing salad combines the bold and spicy flavors of Szechwan cuisine with the freshness and crunch of a classic salad. The chicken is coated in a flavorful Szechwan sauce and cooked to perfection, while the dressing adds a zesty and tangy touch. Served on a bed of fresh greens, this salad is a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we explore the best recipes for this delectable dish.

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SZECHWAN CHICKEN



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This is a very easy and very tasty Chinese recipe that is also kid-friendly! It is a favorite around our house, both among mom and dad as well as our younger picky eaters. It goes great with white rice and egg rolls!

Provided by Laura

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Chinese

Time 1h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup soy sauce
½ cup cooking sherry
¾ teaspoon white sugar
¾ teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons cornstarch
¾ teaspoon crushed red pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 large green bell pepper, sliced
1 large onion, quartered
½ cup whole cashews

Steps:

  • Whisk together the soy sauce, sherry, sugar, ginger, cornstarch, crushed red pepper, and garlic powder in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Add the chicken and toss to evenly coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, and marinate in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the bell pepper and onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Place onion and bell pepper on a plate and set aside. Reduce heat to medium-low, stir chicken and marinade into the same skillet. Cook the chicken breasts until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 15 minutes. Stir in cashews and cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in the onion and bell pepper, cooking until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.8 calories, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 87.9 mg, Fat 9.6 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 38.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 1495.7 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

SICHUAN CUCUMBER SALAD



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This salad is spicy, light, refreshing and packed full of flavor. Sliced cucumbers are tossed in a hot and spicy dressing. Serve as cold starter.

Provided by Chelsea

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 28m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 dried red chile peppers
5 teaspoons soy sauce
1 spring onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 teaspoons hot chile oil
1 teaspoon soft dark brown sugar
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon Chinese black vinegar
½ teaspoon toasted white sesame seeds
2 cucumbers - peeled, seeded, and cut into 2-inch strips

Steps:

  • Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add red chile peppers; cook and stir until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Let cool and transfer to a spice grinder; pulse until coarsely ground.
  • Mix ground chile peppers, soy sauce, spring onion, sesame oil, hot chile oil, brown sugar, garlic, black vinegar, and sesame seeds together in a bowl to make dressing.
  • Place cucumbers on a serving plate. Pour dressing on top and toss well. Let sit before serving, about 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159.7 calories, Carbohydrate 21 g, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 491.3 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

SZECHWAN CHICKEN SALAD WITH DRESSING



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Daughter gives us a Harry and David fruit of the month gift for Christmas. This month was "pearsnapples" and the insert had this wonderful salad. It is out of this world.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 medium pear
1 medium apple
1 chicken breast, cooked and shredded
1 cucumber, julienne cut
1/4 teaspoon chopped coriander
3 cups green leaf lettuce, shredded (I use baby spinach.)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup peanut butter
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 -2 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients for dressing into a small saucepan.
  • Warm on low heat until creamy and well blended, whisking constantly.
  • Add a 1 or 2 tablespoons of water to dressing until desired consistency.
  • Mix about 2 cups of cold water and 1 Tbsp of lemon juice.
  • Core apple and pear, cut into thin slices and drop into cold water.
  • Wash and tear greens into bite size pieces.
  • Combine chicken, cucumber and coriander.
  • When ready to serve, drain and lightly dry the fruit.
  • On chilled salad plates divide the greens into 2 portions, place chicken mixture in mound on top.
  • Arrange the fruit slices on top and serve with the dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 561, Fat 30.4, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 46.4, Sodium 1266.5, Carbohydrate 52, Fiber 9.3, Sugar 33.7, Protein 28.3

SZECHUAN CHICKEN SALAD



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Make and share this Szechuan Chicken Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Gingerbear

Categories     Szechuan

Time 37m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 teaspoons cooking oil
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
1/3 cup rice vinegar or 1/3 cup white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (12 ounces total)
1 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 medium carrot, cut into matchstick strips
1 cup peeled jicama, cut in matchstick strips
4 lettuce leaves
2 medium cucumbers, quartered lengthwise and cut into 1/4 inch slices
1 1/3 cups enoki mushrooms
2 green onions, sliced
2 tablespoons chopped unsalted peanuts

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan heat cooking oil and sesame oil over medium-high heat for 1 minute.
  • Cook and stir garlic and ginger in hot oil for 15 seconds.
  • Remove saucepan from heat; stir in the vinegar, soy sauce, and 3 tablespoons water.
  • Cool completely.
  • Rinse chicken; pat dry.
  • Place in a plastic bag set in a shallow dish.
  • Pour half of the soy mixture over the chicken; reserve remaining soy mixture.
  • Close bag.
  • Marinate in the refrigerator for 4 to 24 hours.
  • Meanwhile, for dressing, in a small bowl stir together reserved soy mixture, 2 tablespoons water, the jalapeno pepper, and sugar.
  • Cover and chill for 4 to 24 hours.
  • Drain chicken, discarding marinade.
  • Grill chicken on the lightly greased rack of an uncovered grill directly over medium coals for 12 to 15 minutes or until chicken is tender and no longer pink, turning once.
  • Cut chicken into bite-size strips.
  • Combine the carrot and jicama.
  • To serve, line 4 salad plates with the lettuce.
  • Top with carrot mixture, cucumbers, chicken, mushrooms, green onions, and peanuts.
  • Stir dressing; drizzle 1 tablespoon dressing over each serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.6, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 68.4, Sodium 401.1, Carbohydrate 15.8, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 5.1, Protein 30.9

SICHUAN CHICKEN SALAD



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, salads and dressings, main course

Time 26m

Yield 6 to 8 servings as part of Chinese meal

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 ribs celery
2 small fresh red or green chilies, minced, including seeds
1 tablespoon finely minced ginger
3 garlic cloves, peeled and finely minced
2 scallions, white part only, minced
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
2 tablespoons Chinese white rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
1 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
2 whole chicken breasts, poached, cooled and shredded
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander (leaves and stems)

Steps:

  • Cut the celery thinly on the diagonal; stack and cut into matchstick shreds. In enough water to cover the celery, parboil it for 10 seconds; drain and run under cold water to stop cooking. Drain again and set aside.
  • Mix the chilies, ginger, garlic and scallions with soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, salt and white pepper in a bowl, and allow to sit for 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Toss with the chicken, sesame oil, celery and coriander. Allow to sit 5 minutes; toss again and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 120, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 165 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken.
  • For a spicier salad, add more chili oil or red pepper flakes.
  • If you don't have Szechuan sauce, you can substitute a mixture of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
  • For a healthier salad, use low-sodium soy sauce and omit the sugar from the dressing.
  • Garnish the salad with chopped green onions, cilantro, or sesame seeds for extra flavor and color.

Conclusion:

Szechuan chicken salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. With its bold flavors and crunchy texture, this salad is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new salad recipe to try, give this one a try – you won't be disappointed!

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