Chinese Sesame Chicken Salad Recipe

Name: Chinese Sesame Chicken Salad Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 c. finely shredded, cooked chicken breasts; 2 tbsp. sesame seeds; 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard; 1/4 teaspoon grnd ginger; 1 1/2 teaspoon garlic pwdr; 1 teaspoon onion pwdr; 1/4 c. orange juice; 1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce; 2 c. finely minced celery; 1 c. finely shredded scallions, cut in 1 1/2 inch lengths; 2 tbsp. finely minced red pepper; 5 c. shredded crisp lettuce; Orange slices and tomato wedges for garnish

Servings: persons

2 c. finely shredded, cooked chicken breasts
2 tbsp. sesame seeds
1 tbsp. Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon grnd ginger
1 1/2 teaspoon garlic pwdr
1 teaspoon onion pwdr
1/4 c. orange juice
1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce
2 c. finely minced celery
1 c. finely shredded scallions, cut in 1 1/2 inch lengths
2 tbsp. finely minced red pepper
5 c. shredded crisp lettuce
Orange slices and tomato wedges for garnish

1
Toast the sesame seeds till lightly browned by placing them in a small pan in a moderately warm oven or possibly toaster oven for a few min; remove and let cold.
2
(If you prefer, you can buy sesame seeds which are already roasted).
3
Put the shredded chicken in a bowl and sprinkle with the mustard, ginger, garlic and onion powders, orange juice, soy sauce, and sesame seeds; toss well.
4
Place the chicken in the refrigerator to marinate and chill, at least 15 min.
5
Meanwhile, prepare the celery, scallions, and red pepper.
6
Arrange the lettuce on a platter and top it with the chicken salad.
7
Garnish the platter with orange slices and tomato wedges.

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 c. finely shredded, cooked chicken breasts, 2 tbsp. sesame seeds, 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard, 1/4 teaspoon grnd ginger, and more.

Yes, Chinese Sesame Chicken Salad Recipe 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 Sesame Chicken Salad Recipe

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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