Chinese Chicken Salad
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This Chinese chicken salad has become one of my go to weeknight dinners because it comes together in under an hour and tastes restaurant quality. The combination of crispy vegetables, tender chicken, and chewy rice noodles creates such a satisfying meal that feels way more impressive than the minimal effort required. I love that the ginger in the dressing provides natural anti inflammatory benefits while adding that authentic Asian flavor we all crave. Plus, most of these ingredients are pantry staples, so it won't break the bank. Whether you're meal prepping or feeding hungry family members on a busy evening, this salad delivers every single time.
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Ingredients
- 500boneless chicken breast
- 200cooked rice noodles
- 400mixed greens
- 1red bell pepper(sliced)
- 2carrots(grated)
- 1cucumber(sliced)
- 2 tbspsesame seeds(toasted)
- 237 mlpeanuts(chopped)
- 2 tbspsoy sauce
- 1 tbsprice vinegar
- 1 tspginger(grated)
- 1 tsphoney
- 1 tbspcrushed peanuts(for garnish)
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Instructions
- 1
Prepare the chicken by cutting it into bite-sized pieces and cooking according to package instructions. Set aside.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the cooked noodles, mixed greens, red bell pepper, carrots, and cucumber.
- 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, and honey until well combined.
- 4
Pour the dressing over the noodle mixture and toss to coat.
- 5
Add the cooked chicken to the bowl and toss gently to combine.
- 6
Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds and chopped peanuts over the top of the salad.
- 7
Garnish with crushed peanuts and serve immediately.
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