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Chinois Chicken Salad Recipe

4.5 from 148 reviews

Chinois Chicken Salad is a light and refreshing dish featuring tender sliced chicken combined with crisp cabbage and crunchy almonds, all tossed in a flavorful sesame dressing. This salad blends textures and tastes to create a perfect meal or side dish that’s easy to prepare and packed with Asian-inspired flavors.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 1 cup cooked chicken breast, thinly sliced

Vegetables

  • 2 cups shredded cabbage (green or a mix of green and purple)

Nuts

  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds

Dressing

  • 3 tablespoons sesame dressing (store-bought or homemade)

Instructions

  1. Slice Chicken: Begin by thinly slicing the cooked chicken breast into bite-sized strips or pieces to ensure easy mixing and eating.
  2. Prepare Vegetables: Shred the cabbage finely to create a crisp base for the salad.
  3. Toss Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the sliced chicken, shredded cabbage, and sliced almonds. Drizzle the sesame dressing over these ingredients, then toss everything together gently until evenly coated.
  4. Serve: Plate the salad immediately for best texture, or refrigerate for up to an hour to let the flavors meld before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken breast with rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • For added freshness, toss in sliced green onions or chopped cilantro.
  • Use toasted almonds for a nuttier flavor and crunch.
  • Adjust the amount of sesame dressing to taste.
  • This salad is best served chilled or at room temperature.

Keywords: Chinois Chicken Salad, Asian chicken salad, sesame dressing salad, healthy chicken salad, crunchy cabbage salad