Chinese Chicken Salad

Dairy Free
Health score
25%
Chinese Chicken Salad
45 min.
6
448kcal

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Welcome to a culinary adventure that brings the vibrant flavors of Asia right to your dining table! This Chinese Chicken Salad is not only visually appealing with its colorful array of fresh vegetables and crunchy toppings, but it also delivers a delightful taste that is sure to impress your guests. Perfectly suited as a side dish, a light lunch, or even a main course, this versatile salad is a crowd-pleaser that can seamlessly fit into any meal occasion.

What sets this dish apart is its unique blend of textures and flavors. The tender, marinated chicken is sautéed until golden brown, providing a savory contrast to the crisp, refreshing Napa cabbage and green onions. The addition of chopped peanuts and toasted sesame seeds adds a delightful crunch, while the secret ingredient—ramen noodle seasoning packets—infuses the salad with an unexpected burst of umami. And the best part? This recipe is entirely dairy-free, making it an excellent choice for those with dietary restrictions.

With a total preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up this delicious dish with ease. The combination of sweet, tangy, and savory elements makes every bite a taste sensation. Whether you’re treating yourself to a nourishing meal or hosting a gathering, this Chinese Chicken Salad promises to be a standout on your table. So, roll up your sleeves and let’s create something exceptional!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
  • cups chicken breast cubed
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • tablespoon ginger fresh minced peeled
  •  spring onion thinly sliced
  • head napa cabbage very thin cut into slivers
  • 0.3 cup peanuts chopped
  •  japanese ramen noodles (reserved from ramen noodle packages used in salad)
  • ounce japanese ramen noodles 
  • 0.5 cup vinegar white
  • 0.5 cup sesame oil 
  • tablespoon sesame oil 
  • tablespoons sesame seed dry toasted

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • plastic wrap
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. In a 2-cup measuring cup, whisk together first 6 marinade ingredients. In a medium-size bowl, toss chicken with 1/4 cup marinade and marinate for 1 hour.
  2. Heat sesame oil in a medium-size skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add chicken and cook, without stirring, until nicely browned on one side, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir and cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center, 5 to 8 more minutes. (If you're short on time, cook chicken immediately after tossing it with marinade.)
  4. Transfer cooked chicken to a large bowl, and add remaining salad ingredients; toss to combine.
  5. Pour remaining marinade over salad and toss until everything is well coated. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate several hours, or overnight, to let the flavors develop.

Nutrition Facts

Calories448kcal
Protein16.89%
Fat36.89%
Carbs46.22%

Properties

Glycemic Index
56.04
Glycemic Load
13.63
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
24.810869666545%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.26mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
1.22mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:448.12kcal
22.41%
Fat:18.64g
28.67%
Saturated Fat:5.09g
31.81%
Carbohydrates:52.53g
17.51%
Net Carbohydrates:48.56g
17.66%
Sugar:20.8g
23.11%
Cholesterol:32mg
10.67%
Sodium:953.04mg
41.44%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:19.19g
38.38%
Vitamin K:86.61µg
82.48%
Vitamin C:42.97mg
52.09%
Folate:191.99µg
48%
Vitamin B3:8.74mg
43.68%
Vitamin B6:0.82mg
40.89%
Vitamin B1:0.6mg
40.03%
Manganese:0.8mg
39.86%
Selenium:22.94µg
32.77%
Phosphorus:245.4mg
24.54%
Potassium:733.87mg
20.97%
Calcium:186.5mg
18.65%
Iron:3.28mg
18.25%
Magnesium:67.58mg
16.89%
Copper:0.33mg
16.43%
Fiber:3.97g
15.88%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.23%
Vitamin A:623.04IU
12.46%
Vitamin B5:1.14mg
11.36%
Zinc:1.38mg
9.22%
Vitamin E:1.08mg
7.19%
Vitamin B12:0.21µg
3.45%
Source:My Recipes