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Chinois Chicken Salad Recipe

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Chinois Chicken Salad is a refreshing and crunchy salad inspired by Chinese flavors, featuring tender sliced chicken, crisp cabbage, crunchy almonds, and a flavorful sesame dressing. Perfect as a light lunch or side dish, this salad combines simple ingredients for a deliciously satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, thinly sliced

Vegetables

  • 4 cups shredded cabbage (a mix of green and Napa cabbage works well)

Nuts

  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Dressing

  • 1/4 cup sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: If not already done, cook the chicken breast by poaching or roasting, then allow it to cool. Slice the chicken thinly against the grain to ensure tenderness and best texture in the salad.
  2. Toss the salad: In a large salad bowl, combine the shredded cabbage and toasted sliced almonds. Add the sliced chicken on top.
  3. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, grated ginger, sesame seeds, salt, and pepper until well combined and emulsified.
  4. Combine and serve: Pour the sesame dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently but thoroughly to ensure everything is evenly coated. Serve immediately for the freshest taste and crunch.

Notes

  • To toast almonds, heat them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until golden and fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
  • For extra crunch and flavor, you can add julienned carrots or sliced green onions to the salad.
  • If you prefer, substitute cooked rotisserie chicken to save time.
  • This salad can be prepared a few hours in advance, but toss with dressing just before serving to retain crunchiness.
  • Adjust the dressing ingredients according to taste preferences for sweetness or acidity.

Keywords: Chinois chicken salad, Asian chicken salad, sesame chicken salad, crunchy chicken salad, cabbage salad

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