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A vibrant Asian chicken salad with colorful vegetables and shredded chicken in a bowl.

Asian Chicken Salad

This Asian Chicken Salad offers a delightful blend of fresh vegetables, tender chicken, and a savory dressing. It's a perfect light meal that can be easily customized with various exciting twists.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 4 cups napa cabbage, shredded
  • 1 cup carrots, julienned
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 4 green onions, sliced
  • 0.5 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1 can mandarin oranges, segmented
For the Dressing
  • 0.33 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp peanut butter optional
For Garnish
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 0.5 cup crispy wonton strips

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Grater
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Prepare the Salad
  1. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, napa cabbage, julienned carrots, sliced red bell pepper, green onions, chopped cilantro, and segmented mandarin oranges. Gently toss all the ingredients together until well combined.
  2. For the dressing, whisk together rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic in a small bowl. Add peanut butter if desired, and mix until smooth.
Assemble and Serve
  1. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more soy sauce or honey to your preference.
  2. Divide the Asian Chicken Salad among serving plates. Garnish each serving with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and crispy wonton strips for added texture and flavor. Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, vibrant flavors!

Notes

Feel free to experiment with different vegetables like snow peas or edamame. For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dressing. You can also substitute cooked shrimp or tofu for chicken for a different protein source.