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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-inspired chicken salad combining fresh vegetables, crunchy toppings, and a creamy peanut dressing.

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

Toppings

  • 1 cup fried wonton strips store-bought, plus more to taste
  • 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 

  • Combine all dressing ingredients in a jar, seal, and shake vigorously.
  • In a large bowl, toss napa cabbage, red cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, scallions, cilantro, oranges, and peanuts.
  • Add shredded chicken on top, then pour dressing and toss to coat.
  • Top with wonton strips, garnish with cilantro and crushed peanuts, then serve immediately.

Notes

Adjust dressing seasoning to taste and serve immediately for best crunch.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: chicken, peanut, Salad