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Asian Chicken Salad

Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A vibrant and flavorful Asian Chicken Salad combining fresh vegetables, tender chicken, and a creamy peanut dressing for a quick, satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken

Vegetables

  • 3 cups thinly sliced napa cabbage
  • 2 cups thinly sliced red cabbage
  • 1 cup matchstick carrots (or very thinly sliced)
  • 1 medium red bell pepper (thinly sliced and seeds removed)
  • 2 scallions sliced scallions
  • ⅓ cup roughly chopped cilantro (plus more for garnish)
  • ½ cup canned mandarin oranges, drained (or fresh)
  • ¾ cup crushed peanuts (salted or unsalted)
  • 1 cup fried wonton strips (store-bought, plus more to taste)

Dressing

  • ⅓ cup creamy peanut butter
  • ¼ cup soy sauce (low-sodium)
  • ½ teaspoon sesame oil (plus more to taste)
  • 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • Juice of ½ a lime lime juice
  • 1 clove garlic (finely minced)
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon honey

Instructions 

  • Make the sesame peanut butter dressing: Combine all dressing ingredients in a jar, seal, and shake vigorously.
  • In a large bowl, combine napa cabbage, red cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, scallions, cilantro, oranges, and peanuts. Top with shredded chicken.
  • Pour dressing over the salad and toss to combine. Top with wonton strips and garnish with cilantro and peanuts. Serve immediately.

Notes

Adjust dressing and seasoning to taste. Best enjoyed fresh.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: Chicken