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Asian Chicken Salad with sliced chicken, mandarin oranges, cucumbers, and greens in a bowl.
Kaeleigh Pugliese

Asian Chicken Salad

5 from 1 vote
This Asian Chicken Salad recipe is a super fresh and crisp salad full of flavor.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 561
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Equipment

Ingredients  

  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1 cup matchstick carrots
  • 1 cup purple cabbage, shredded
  • 1 can mandarin oranges, drained
  • 1 english cucumber, sliced
  • ½ cup slivered almonds
  • ½ cup wonton strips

Instructions
 

  1. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, olive oil, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, and minced ginger.
  2. Pour half of the mixture into a container. Reserve the other half for the salad dressing.
  3. Add the chicken breasts to the container with the marinade. Seal and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  4. Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Cook the marinated chicken for about 5-6 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Remove from heat, let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
  6. In a large bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce, matchstick carrots, shredded purple cabbage, mandarin oranges, sliced cucumber, slivered almonds, and wonton strips.
  7. Drizzle the reserved dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Top the salad with the sliced chicken.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with additional wonton strips or almonds if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 561kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 35gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 1958mgPotassium: 1089mgFiber: 6gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 10622IUVitamin C: 42mgCalcium: 122mgIron: 4mg

Notes

  • Marinate for Maximum Flavor: For the best taste, marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, but if you have time, 1-2 hours will enhance the flavor even more.
  • Shortcut Tip: If you're short on time, use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken and toss it in a little of the dressing before adding to the salad.
  • Grill for Extra Flavor: While a skillet works well, grilling the chicken adds a smoky char that takes the flavor up a notch.
  • Customize the Dressing: If you prefer a thicker dressing, whisk in a teaspoon of Dijon mustard to help emulsify it. For extra tang, add a splash of lime juice.
  • Make it Spicy: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes, sriracha, or chili paste to the dressing for a spicy kick.
  • Boost the Crunch Factor: Add extra toppings like crispy fried onions, crushed peanuts, or sesame seeds for even more texture.

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