The Best Chinese Chicken Salad Recipe - Ultimate Viral Asian Salad

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Craving that iconic crunch and umami-packed flavor? This Chinese Chicken Salad Recipe is the answer. It’s a vibrant mix of fresh greens and tender protein, all tied together by a Chinese Chicken Salad Dressing that is arguably the Best Asian Chicken Salad Dressing you will ever taste.

The beauty of this Asian Salad is how it combines simplicity with "scroll-stopping" texture. By using Chinese Shredded Chicken Salad techniques, we ensure the flavors soak deep into the meat. Whether you're learning How To Make Chinese Chicken Salad for the first time or looking for a fresh Asian Salad Idea, this guide has you covered.

💡 Quick Hack: Use a store-bought rotisserie chicken to make this Chinese Chicken Salad Dressing Recipe-based meal in under 15 minutes!

From the crispy wontons to the Vegetarian Chinese Chicken Salad options (just swap the chicken for tofu!), this recipe is a versatile powerhouse. Let's get cooking!

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Chinese Chicken Salad

The Ultimate Viral Asian Salad Idea

★★★★★ 4.9 / 5 (42 ratings)

Prep15m

Cook0m

Total15m

Serves4

Cals320

Ingredients

• 2 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded
• 1 head romaine lettuce, shredded
• 1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded
• 1 cup red cabbage, shredded
• 1 cup carrots, shredded
• 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
• 3 tbsp cilantro leaves
• 1 pinch red pepper flakes
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• 1/2 cup slivered almonds
• 1 cup wonton strips

Instructions

1

Place shredded chicken in a large bowl. Pour half of the dressing over it and toss. Marinate for 10 minutes.

2

Add both types of lettuce, cabbage, carrots, green onions, and cilantro to the chicken.

3

Pour the remaining dressing over the salad and toss everything together right before serving.

4

Top with red pepper flakes, sesame seeds, almonds, and wonton strips. Enjoy immediately!

📝 Chef's Notes Keep the wonton strips separate until the very last second to ensure they stay perfectly crunchy!

Common Questions (FAQ)

Can I make this salad ahead of time? Yes! Prep the veggies and chicken, but keep the dressing and wonton strips separate until serving to avoid sogginess.

How do I make it a Vegetarian Chinese Chicken Salad? Simply replace the chicken with edamame, crispy chickpeas, or pan-seared tofu cubes!

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