Asian Sesame Chicken Salad with Crispy Wontons
Salad
EASY
A vibrant, no-cook Asian chicken salad featuring shredded rotisserie chicken tossed with crispy wontons, cucumber, edamame, and a silky sesame-ginger dressing. Fresh and crunchy, perfect for a light lunch.
Ingredients
- 2 cup rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 4 cup mixed salad greens, chopped
- 1 cup cucumber, julienned
- 1 cup edamame
- 3 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1 cup crispy chow mein noodles
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 2 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 salt and black pepper
Steps
- Shred the rotisserie chicken by hand or with two forks, discarding skin and bones. Set aside.
- Wash and chop the mixed salad greens (napa cabbage, purple cabbage, and romaine) into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large mixing bowl.
- Julienne the cucumber into thin matchsticks and add to the bowl with greens.
- If using frozen edamame, thaw under cold running water for 1-2 minutes and drain well. Add to the greens and cucumber.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, honey, and lime juice until well combined.
- Taste the dressing and season with salt and black pepper as needed. Adjust vinegar or soy sauce to preference.
- Add the shredded chicken to the large bowl with greens and vegetables.
- Pour the sesame dressing over the chicken and vegetables. Toss gently but thoroughly until everything is evenly coated, about 1-2 minutes.
- Divide the salad among four plates or bowls.
- Top each serving with a handful of crispy chow mein noodles or wonton strips, sliced green onions, and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds.