Chinese Chicken Salad Recipe

Name: Chinese Chicken Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups chicken, cooked and shredded (skin removed); 1 large green cabbage, coarsely shredded; 6 -8 green onions, thinly sliced (including some of the green tops); 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, rinsed, stemmed and chopped; 1 (5 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts; 1 (3 ounce) package Top Ramen noodles (save flavoring packet for another use); 3/4 cup sliced almonds; Dressing; 3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar; 2 teaspoons dry mustard; 4 teaspoons lemon juice; 4 teaspoons soy sauce; 3 -5 tablespoons sugar (depending on how sweet you like it); 1 large garlic clove (minced or pressed); 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger; 2 tablespoons sesame oil; 2/3 cup canola oil; 2 teaspoons sesame seeds

Servings: persons

4 cups chicken, cooked and shredded (skin removed)
1 large green cabbage, coarsely shredded
6 -8 green onions, thinly sliced (including some of the green tops)
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, rinsed, stemmed and chopped
1 (5 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts
1 (3 ounce) package Top Ramen noodles (save flavoring packet for another use)
3/4 cup sliced almonds
Dressing
3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
2 teaspoons dry mustard
4 teaspoons lemon juice
4 teaspoons soy sauce
3 -5 tablespoons sugar (depending on how sweet you like it)
1 large garlic clove (minced or pressed)
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2/3 cup canola oil
2 teaspoons sesame seeds

1
To assemble salad (do this as close to serving as is possible).
2
Combine shredded cabbage, green onions, cilantro, water chestnuts & almonds. If making ahead, omit the almonds until final assembly.
3
Add chicken to cabbage mixture along either broken/crushed Top Ramen noodles. Mix well.
4
To make dressing:
5
Combine all ingredients and mix thoroughly (I use a screw top jar to make the dressing in).
6
Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat.
7
This is a great main dish served with some fresh fruit and croissants.
8
Cooking time reflects the time to roast a chicken.

1483

kcal

Calories

Fat

124

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups chicken, cooked and shredded (skin removed), 1 large green cabbage, coarsely shredded, 6 -8 green onions, thinly sliced (including some of the green tops), 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, rinsed, stemmed and chopped, and more.

Yes, Chinese Chicken Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chinese Chicken Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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