Ditch the deli counter and whip up a homemade recipe for Chinese Chicken Salad with Sesame Dressing.

That big bowl of flavor and crunch up there is my dinner at least once a week. Fast, fresh and figure-friendly, my mom’s recipe for Chinese Chicken Salad has become my go-to alternative to all things DoorDash, Uber Eats and GrubHub.

This colorful mix features a plethora of tastes and textures, from shredded purple cabbage and tender chicken to crunchy almonds, crisp cucumber batons, and yes, those classic Mandarin oranges. All that goodness is tossed in a homemade sesame dressing that’s sweet, tangy and a touch sour.

This Chinese Chicken Salad is ideal for meal prep and lunches on-the-go. Simply layer the ingredients into mason jars and stash the dressing in a plastic bag. When you’re ready to dig in, pour the dressing into the jar, seal it, shake it and get your salad on!

If you’re looking for more ways to ditch the delivery and still satisfy those takeout cravings, don’t miss recipes for Baked Orange Chicken, Chicken Egg Rolls with Ginger-Soy Dip, and Sticky Pineapple Chicken.

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Chinese Chicken Salad with Sesame Dressing

For the salad:

• 4
  cups
  shredded cooked chicken (See Kelly’s Notes)
• 3
  cups
  shredded Romaine lettuce
• 2
  cups
  shredded purple cabbage
• 2
  scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts)
• 1
  medium cucumber, thinly sliced into batons
• 1/3
  cup
  sliced almonds
• 1
  cup
  crispy chow mein noodles
• 1
  cup
  Mandarin oranges

For the dressing:

• 3
  Tablespoons
  sesame oil
• 1/4
  cup
  seasoned rice wine vinegar
• 2
  teaspoons
  low sodium soy sauce
• 1/4
  cup
  vegetable oil
• 2
  Tablespoons
  sugar
• 1
  teaspoon
  salt
• 1/4
  teaspoon
  fresh black pepper

In a large bowl, combine all of the salad ingredients, tossing until well mixed.

In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients and then pour over the salad, tossing to coat.

Kelly’s Notes:

I buy a rotisserie chicken and shred the meat (discarding the skin). It’s fast, fresh and just enough meat for 4 to 6 servings.

Nutrition Facts

Chinese Chicken Salad with Sesame Dressing

Amount Per Serving

Calories 351
Calories from Fat 225

% Daily Value*

Fat 25g38%

Saturated Fat 10g63%

Cholesterol 72mg24%

Sodium 660mg29%

Potassium 469mg13%

Carbohydrates 9g3%

Fiber 2g8%

Sugar 6g7%

Protein 23g46%

Vitamin A 2485IU50%

Vitamin C 20.2mg24%

Calcium 58mg6%

Iron 1.3mg7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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