Description
A refreshing and flavorful Mandarin Chicken Salad combining tender chicken, juicy mandarin oranges, crisp greens, and a tangy sesame dressing.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
- 1 can (11 oz) mandarin oranges, drained
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup crispy wonton strips (optional)
- 1/4 cup sesame or Asian-style dressing
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine salad greens, shredded chicken, mandarin oranges, carrots, green onions, and almonds.
- Drizzle with sesame dressing and toss gently to coat.
- Top with crispy wonton strips if using.
- Serve immediately or chill for 15 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick option.
- Substitute almonds with cashews or peanuts for variation.
- Dressing can be homemade or store-bought.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 55mg