This vibrant Asian-style chicken salad is a delightful departure from traditional creamy versions, offering a lighter, crunchier texture with bold flavors. The dish combines tender, shredded chicken breast with crisp water chestnuts and fresh green onions, all tossed in a savory dressing infused with toasted sesame and poppy seeds. The addition of crunchy chow mein noodles and toasted almonds adds a satisfying textural contrast in every bite. It’s perfect for packing into a lunchbox, serving over crisp iceberg lettuce for dinner, or bringing to a potluck. The flavors meld beautifully when chilled, making it an ideal make-ahead dish for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Chicken Salad Asian-Style
Description
This vibrant Asian-style chicken salad is a delightful departure from traditional creamy versions, offering a lighter, crunchier texture with bold flavors. The dish combines tender, shredded chicken breast with crisp water chestnuts and fresh green onions, all tossed in a savory dressing infused with toasted sesame and poppy seeds. The addition of crunchy chow mein noodles and toasted almonds adds a satisfying textural contrast in every bite. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for packing into a lunchbox, serving over crisp iceberg lettuce for dinner, or bringing to a potluck. The flavors meld beautifully when chilled, making it an ideal make-ahead dish for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.Ingredients
Directions
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Cook chicken breasts until fully done, then shred or chop into bite-sized pieces and let cool slightly.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled chicken, drained and sliced water chestnuts, chopped green onions, toasted sesame seeds, toasted sliced almonds, and poppy seeds.
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Prepare your preferred Asian-style dressing (or use the dressing ingredients listed in your full ingredient list) and pour it over the chicken mixture, tossing gently to coat evenly.
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Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill thoroughly.
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Just before serving, toss the chilled chicken mixture with the chow mein noodles and broken iceberg lettuce pieces to maintain crunch.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 199.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 7.8g12%
- Saturated Fat 2.1g11%
- Cholesterol 92.8mg31%
- Sodium 85.8mg4%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 30.2g61%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
