Asian Chicken Salad Recipe with crisp veggies, crunchy noodles, and a creamy dressing you’ll want on everything!
Author’s Notes
Lunch, But Make It Fun!
I’m a lunch girl through and through. Soups, salads, and sandwiches are my favorites. While all of these can work for dinner, they’ve always felt more like lunch to me. Honestly, I start counting down to lunch the second breakfast is over!
Right now I’m obsessed with mason jar salads. I cook up some protein at the start of the week (usually these baked chicken thighs) and then stack a few salads in jars so they’re ready to grab. Lately my lineup has been Greek quinoa salad, soba noodle salad, my kale sweet potato salad, and this Asian chicken salad recipe.
They all make amazing mason jar lunches that I’m so excited to eat. This one is extra good with its creamy dressing, crisp veggies, and crunchy chow mein noodle topping (which is a reliable part!).
Ingredients In This Asian Chicken Salad Recipe
| Ingredient | Swaps & Tips |
|---|---|
| Green & Red Cabbage | Or in a pinch, use pre-shredded coleslaw mix. Tightly pack it in to measure! |
| Cooked Chicken | Grab some rotisserie chicken or leftover baked or grilled chicken. |
| Carrot | Swap for shredded bell pepper or cucumber. |
| Crispy Chow Mein Noodles | Try sliced almonds, wonton strips, or crushed ramen instead! |
| Creamy Sesame Dressing | Adjust vinegar or sugar to taste. Grab toasted sesame seeds and oil for more flavor! |
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Storage: Once made, this Asian chicken salad recipe is best enjoyed promptly.
For meal prep: Layer in wide-mouth mason jars: dressing first, then chicken, cabbage, carrots, and green onions. Add chow mein noodles just before eating. Store jars in the fridge for up to 3 up to 4 days. Toss well before serving.
Variations
Make This Asian Chicken Salad Recipe Your Own
- Swap the protein: Try shrimp, tofu, chickpeas, or edamame instead of chicken.
- Add fruit: Mandarin oranges or pineapple chunks for a sweet touch.
- Go nutty: Sprinkle with sliced almonds, cashews, or peanuts.
- Spice it up: Add some red pepper flakes to the dressing.
- Extra veggies: Bell peppers, snap peas, or cucumber for more crunch!
Asian Chicken Salad Recipe Tips
- Chill the veggies: Keep cabbage and carrots cold before assembling for max crunch.
- Mix dressings ahead: Let the dressing sit for at least 30 minutes so flavors blend.
- Shred chicken finely: Smaller shreds mix better with the veggies and dressing.
- serve while it is hot after tossing: This keeps the salad from getting soggy.
