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Chinese Chicken Salad

Fresh & Crunchy Chinese Chicken Salad for Busy Nights

Quick and vibrant Chinese Chicken Salad, perfect for busy nights, packed with healthy ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 pound Rotisserie Chicken Breast Grilling or poaching works as a substitution.
  • 2 cups Red Cabbage Can substitute with Napa or green cabbage.
  • 1 cup Carrots Shredded or julienned works best.
  • 1 bunch Green Onions Shallots or diced red onion can create variations.
For the Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Almonds Peanuts or sunflower seeds are alternatives.
  • 1 cup Wonton Strips Crispy fried noodles can be used as a substitute.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chinese Chicken Salad
  1. Prep Ingredients: Begin by shredding or chopping the rotisserie chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. Thinly slice the red cabbage and carrots, placing all into a large mixing bowl.
  2. Mix Ingredients: Combine the chopped chicken, cabbage, carrots, and green onions in the bowl, tossing thoroughly to mix.
  3. Prepare Toppings: In a separate bowl, keep the almonds and wonton strips separate to preserve their crunch.
  4. Dress the Salad: Drizzle the Asian salad dressing over the salad mixture just before serving, tossing gently.
  5. Serve: Serve immediately, offering toppings on the side for guests to add as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For optimal freshness, mix salad ingredients right before serving and keep toppings separate until serving.

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