Description
A refreshing and flavorful Mandarin Chicken Salad made with tender chicken, sweet mandarin oranges, crunchy vegetables, and a tangy sesame dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
- 1 cup canned mandarin oranges, drained
- 4 cups mixed greens (romaine, spinach, etc.)
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- 1/4 cup crispy chow mein noodles
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 1/3 cup sesame ginger dressing (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, shredded carrots, red cabbage, and green onions.
- Add the cooked chicken and mandarin oranges to the bowl.
- Sprinkle with sliced almonds, sesame seeds, and chow mein noodles.
- Drizzle the sesame ginger dressing over the salad.
- Toss gently to combine all ingredients and evenly coat with dressing.
- Serve immediately for best texture and freshness.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience and added flavor.
- Add avocado slices for extra creaminess.
- Substitute almonds with cashews or peanuts if preferred.
- Dressing can be made at home with sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, and ginger.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg