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Chinese Chicken Salad Recipe

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This Chinese Chicken Salad recipe combines tender chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a zesty sesame dressing. It's an easy, healthy meal packed with flavor. Perfect for lunch or a light dinner, this salad brings together classic Asian ingredients for a satisfying dish.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
  • 4 cups Napa cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup carrots, julienned
  • 1/2 cup green onions, sliced
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds
  • 1/4 cup sesame seeds
  • 1/4 cup crispy wonton strips (optional)
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

Dressing:

  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Sriracha sauce (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, Napa cabbage, red cabbage, carrots, and green onions.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, ginger, garlic, and Sriracha until well combined.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
  • Add the sliced almonds, sesame seeds, and wonton strips, and toss again.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can substitute rotisserie chicken for a quicker preparation.
  • Add mandarin orange slices or water chestnuts for additional flavor.
  • Adjust the Sriracha in the dressing based on your spice preference.

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