Chinese Chicken Salad

A vibrant salad featuring teriyaki-fried chicken cubes, fresh vegetables, and crispy chow mein noodles. Tossed in a tangy, sweet dressing made with white wine vinegar and pineapple juice. A refreshing and protein-rich dish perfect for lunch or a light dinner.

Cooking Method: Frying

Cuisine: Chinese

Courses: Salads

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 450

Description

A vibrant salad featuring teriyaki-fried chicken cubes, fresh vegetables, and crispy chow mein noodles. Tossed in a tangy, sweet dressing made with white wine vinegar and pineapple juice. A refreshing and protein-rich dish perfect for lunch or a light dinner.

Directions

1
Wash and pat dry the chicken, then cut into cubes.
2
Heat olive oil in a skillet.
3
Toss the chicken cubes in teriyaki sauce and ground ginger.
4
Add to the skillet and fry, stirring constantly, until cooked through.
5
Set aside to cool.
6
Wash and chop all raw ingredients (lettuce, carrots, green onions, peppers, cucumber).
7
In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped vegetables, pineapple pieces, mandarin oranges, and cooled chicken.
8
Garnish with crispy chow mein noodles and pine nuts.
9
In a blender, mix together the olive oil, sesame oil, white wine vinegar, sweet & sour sauce, pineapple and mandarin juice, brown sugar, nutmeg, dijon mustard, and water.
10
Add salt, pepper, and extra sesame oil to taste.
11
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
12
Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25g39%
Saturated Fat 4g20%
Cholesterol 80mg27%
Sodium 450mg19%
Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
Dietary Fiber 5g20%
Sugars 25g
Protein 25g50%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, salad, chinese, teriyaki, asian, lettuce, pineapple, dressing, chow mein, ginger

Read it online: https://www.chefs-mate.com/recipe/chinese-chicken-salad-by-david-cassidy/