Description
This Crunchy Asian Sesame Chicken Salad is a fresh and flavorful recipe packed with juicy chicken, crisp cabbage, sweet carrots, sesame seeds, and a tangy homemade dressing. A perfect meal prep idea or quick dinner, it’s full of healthy textures and bold Asian-inspired taste. Ideal for light lunches, family meals, or summer gatherings.
Ingredients
1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cooked and sliced
4 cups shredded cabbage
1 cup shredded carrots
3 green onions, sliced
1 cup crunchy chow mein noodles
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
1/3 cup sesame oil
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
Instructions
1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and a splash of sesame oil, then grill or cook until fully done. Let rest, then slice thinly.
2. Shred cabbage and carrots. Slice green onions and chop cilantro if using. Combine all veggies in a large bowl.
3. In a small bowl or jar, mix sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger. Whisk or shake until smooth.
4. Add chicken to the vegetables. Pour the dressing over and toss everything together.
5. Top with sesame seeds and chow mein noodles. Serve immediately or store components separately for later.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken if you’re short on time.
Keep the dressing and noodles separate when storing to maintain freshness.
Double the dressing for extra flavor or use as a marinade.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossed
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg