CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD
A delightfully light chicken salad with just the right amount of crunch. I make this quite regularly as it's easy and really refreshing. And, ok, I'm addicted to it. ;o) If you can't get Napa cabbage, try iceberg lettuce, but don't use savoy cabbage or anything else; they're way too firm. Don't skip the exploding maifun rice noodles which are the hallmark of this salad. They can be found in any Asian market and some larger supermarkets. Dynasty is one brand of Maifun, aka rice sticks.
Provided by Sandi From CA
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 22m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Parboil the chicken until cooked through. Let cool. Tear into very small pieces with your fingers (easier than cutting and looks better!) and stir fry with the teriyaki sauce for one minute. Set aside.
- *** OR, you could cut the raw chicken up into 1-2" cubes and stir-fry with the teriyaki sauce until done, then shred by hand when cool.
- Chop, not tear, the Napa cabbage into roughly 1/4" x 2" strips. Add the green onion, almond slivers, sesame seeds, cilantro and chicken and gently toss.
- Heat the vegetable oil to 375F degrees. Test a couple of maifun noodles by dropping them in the hot oil; if they "explode" immediately, your oil is hot enough. Deep fry the remaining maifun noodles in batches (they puff up to 5 times their original size) and drain on paper towels. Be gentle... they're fragile.
- Combine all dressing ingredients in cruet and shake well. To serve, very gently fold noodles into salad, then add dressing at the last minute to maintain salad crispness. Top with fried wonton wrapper strips.
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Majid Shah
[email protected]This was a great recipe! I followed it exactly and it turned out perfectly. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the dressing was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Felicia Thomas
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of Chinese food, but this salad was surprisingly good! The flavors were well-balanced and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.
Munawar Jatoi
[email protected]This salad is so refreshing and flavorful! I love the sweetness of the dressing and the crunch of the almonds. I'll definitely be making this again.
Asanda Ngcobo
[email protected]I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit! It's the perfect dish for a potluck or picnic.
Veronica Sepulveda
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for Chinese chicken salad. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the combination of flavors and textures.
Sang Dolma Tamang
[email protected]This salad was just okay. The dressing was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
Kaleb Tesfaye
[email protected]I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making it again.
Raja Mahara
[email protected]This was a great recipe! I followed it exactly and it turned out perfectly. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the dressing was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Syabonga Sandile
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of Chinese food, but this salad was surprisingly good! The flavors were well-balanced and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.
Sagor Biswas
[email protected]This salad is so refreshing and flavorful! I love the crunch of the almonds and the sweetness of the dressing. I'll definitely be making this again and again.
saim mughal
[email protected]Meh. I've had better.
Marie-chantal Maniema
[email protected]Not bad! I made this for my family and they all enjoyed it. The dressing was a bit too sweet for my taste, but that's just personal preference. Overall, a good recipe.
Hazha Hassan
[email protected]This Chinese chicken salad was a hit at my last potluck! I loved the combination of flavors and textures, and it was so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again.