Ingredients
– 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
– 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, romaine, or your choice)
– 1 cup shredded carrots
– 1 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced
– 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
– ½ cup green onions, chopped
– 1 cup crispy chow mein noodles
– ¼ cup sliced almonds
– For the Dressing:
– ¼ cup sesame oil
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
– 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup
– 1 teaspoon minced garlic
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Creating the Asian Chicken Crunch Salad is simple if you follow these straightforward steps:
1. Prepare the Chicken: If not already cooked, grill or bake chicken breast until fully cooked. Let it cool and then shred into bite-sized pieces.
2. Wash the Greens: Rinse the mixed greens under cold water. Dry thoroughly using a salad spinner or paper towels.
3. Chop the Vegetables: Slice the red bell pepper and cucumber. Shred the carrots if not pre-packaged.
4. Combine the Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, shredded chicken, carrots, bell pepper, cucumber, and green onions.
5. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
6. Toss the Salad: Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to ensure everything is coated evenly.
7. Add Crunch: Just before serving, sprinkle crispy chow mein noodles and sliced almonds on top for added crunch.
8. Serve: Divide the salad into bowls and enjoy immediately!
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible salad effortlessly, ensuring that every bite is packed with flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 28g