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Chinese Chicken Napa Cabbage Salad Recipe for Better Than Takeout Lunches


  • Author: Amanda
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Fresh Chinese Chicken Napa Cabbage Salad packed with crunchy vegetables, tender chicken, and a light Asian dressing. Perfect for healthy lunches and meal prep.


Ingredients

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  • 4 cups napa cabbage, shredded
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
  • 1 cup carrots, julienned
  • 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
  • 1/2 cup green onions, sliced
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

1. Cook and shred chicken breast.

2. Shred napa cabbage and place in a large bowl.

3. Julienne carrots and slice bell peppers.

4. Add vegetables and green onions to the bowl.

5. Whisk soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, and pepper.

6. Pour dressing over salad.

7. Add shredded chicken.

8. Toss until evenly coated.

9. Let sit for 10 minutes.

10. Garnish with sesame seeds and serve.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • Store dressing separately for meal prep.
  • Add almonds or peanuts for extra crunch.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg

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