Description
This Ramen Chinese Chicken Salad is a delicious mix of tender chicken, crunchy ramen noodles, and a tangy, sweet dressing. With a variety of textures and flavors, it’s a satisfying salad that’s perfect for a light lunch or a potluck dish.
Ingredients
**For the Salad:**
– 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works well)
– 2 cups coleslaw mix (or shredded cabbage)
– 1 cup shredded carrots
– 1 cup sliced almonds
– 1/2 cup green onions, sliced
– 2 packs ramen noodles (broken into pieces, uncooked)
**For the Dressing:**
– 1/4 cup rice vinegar
– 1/4 cup soy sauce
– 1/4 cup olive oil
– 1 tbsp sugar
– 1 tbsp sesame oil
– 1/2 tsp garlic powder
– 1/2 tsp ground ginger
– 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, coleslaw mix, shredded carrots, sliced almonds, green onions, and broken ramen noodles.
2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, olive oil, sugar, sesame oil, garlic powder, and ground ginger until well combined.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
4. Add sesame seeds on top, if desired, and toss again.
5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
This salad can be made ahead of time, but it’s best to add the ramen noodles just before serving to keep them crispy. You can also add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg