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Chinese Chicken Salad

Chinese Chicken Salad

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Experience the vibrant flavors of our Chinese Chicken Salad, a refreshing and healthy dish perfect for any occasion. This salad combines crisp Napa cabbage, crunchy carrots, and juicy chicken, all tossed together with a zesty homemade dressing that elevates the taste to new heights. Ideal for summer barbecues or light lunches, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. With its colorful presentation and delightful textures, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups Napa cabbage (shredded)
  • 3 cups Iceberg lettuce (chopped)
  • 2 ½ cups cooked chicken (diced)
  • 1 cup carrots (julienned)
  • 11 oz mandarin oranges (drained)
  • 1/3 cup green onions (diced)
  • ½ cup chow mein noodles
  • ½ cup crispy wonton strips
  • ¼ cup sliced almonds
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 2 tablespoons peanut oil (can sub avocado, vegetable, or canola oil)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon peanut butter (optional)
  • ¾ teaspoon toasted sesame seed oil
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dressing by combining all dressing ingredients in a jar with a lid. Shake well and refrigerate.
  2. In a large bowl or platter, arrange shredded Napa cabbage and chopped Iceberg lettuce. Drizzle some dressing over the greens.
  3. Top with diced chicken, julienned carrots, mandarin oranges, and green onions; drizzle more dressing on top.
  4. Finish with chow mein noodles, wonton strips, sliced almonds, and toasted sesame seeds.
  5. Serve immediately with remaining dressing on the side.

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