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Japanese Chicken Salad
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This simple Asian-style salad features cooked chicken tossed with salad greens, noodles, almonds, and poppy seeds and a tasty vinaigrette
serves/makes:
ready in:
under 30 minutes
under 30 minutes
1 review
1 comment
ingredients
Dressing
4 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 tablespoons white vinegar
1/2 cup salad oil
Salad
4 cooked chicken breasts, cut in bite-sized pieces
1 1/2 heads lettuce, torn in bite-sized pieces
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1 can (3 ounce size) chow mein noodles
1 package (4 ounce size) slivered almonds
1/4 cup poppy seeds
directions
Combine the sugar, salt, pepper, vinegar, and salad oil in a jar with lid or other container. Shake well to combine. Refrigerate the dressing until ready to serve.
In a bowl, combine the chicken, lettuce, green onions, chow mein noodles, and almonds. Drizzle with the dressing as desired and toss to combine. Sprinkle the salad with the poppy seeds and toss again. Serve immediately.
recipe tips
Toast the poppy seeds before adding them to the salad for a more intense flavor.
Try different types of greens in the salad, including using a mix. Iceberg, romaine, spinach, arugula, dandelion, etc all can be used.
Add some grated ginger or garlic to the dressing for a more Asian-style flavor.
For a spicy kick, add a splash of Sriracha or chili garlic sauce to the dressing.
If you prefer a sweeter dressing, add a little honey or maple syrup.
common recipe questions
Can I use a different type of oil in the dressing?
You can use a different type of oil such as olive oil or avocado oil if desired, though it may slightly alter the flavor.
Is there a substitute for sugar in the dressing?
You can use honey or maple syrup as a substitute for sugar in the dressing or a sugar substitute like Splenda.
What can I use instead of chow mein noodles?
If you don't have chow mein noodles, you can use crispy rice noodles, crushed ramen noodles, or even tortilla strips to replace the crunch.
Can I make this salad ahead of time?
You can prepare the components of the salad ahead of time, but it is best to dress and toss the salad just before serving to prevent the greens from wilting and the noodles from getting soggy.
Can I make this salad vegetarian?
You can omit the chicken and use tofu or tempeh as a substitute to make it vegetarian-friendly.
Should I toast the almonds before adding them to the salad?
Toasting the almonds will add flavor. You can toast them lightly in a dry skillet before adding them to the salad if you prefer the toasted flavor (not everyone does so it's not required for the recipe).
How should I store leftovers of this salad?
If you have leftover dressed salad, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The salad may become slightly wilted, so it's best enjoyed fresh or eaten within 1 day.
nutrition data
559 calories, 40 grams fat, 25 grams carbohydrates, 27 grams protein per serving.
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reviews & comments
What kind of vinegar?
We used rice wine vinegar when we made it but white vinegar or other white wine vinegar would both work fine too.
June 24, 2013
A delicious salad! The dressing is simple but adds plenty to the recipe. The combination of the chicken and chow mein noodles adds flavor and crunch. Hearty enough as a dinner salad or simple enough as a side salad.