Description
Indulge in a vibrant and refreshing Chinese chicken salad that’s perfect for any occasion. This dish combines tender shredded rotisserie chicken with a colorful medley of fresh vegetables, all drizzled with a zesty Asian dressing. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up this easy, healthy meal that’s great for lunch, dinner, or even as a make-ahead option for busy weeks. The delicious crunch from the toppings and the savory notes of the dressing will make this salad a favorite among family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rotisserie chicken breast (shredded)
- 1 head romaine lettuce (shredded)
- 1 head iceberg lettuce (shredded)
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup green onions (thinly sliced)
- 3 tablespoons cilantro leaves (optional, roughly chopped)
- Asian salad dressing
- Toppings: crushed red pepper flakes, sesame seeds, slivered almonds, crispy wonton strips
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken and half of the Asian dressing. Toss well and let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- Add the romaine and iceberg lettuce, red cabbage, carrots, green onions, and cilantro to the bowl. Toss everything together.
- Pour the remaining dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Garnish with red pepper flakes, sesame seeds, slivered almonds, and crispy wonton strips before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg