Crispy Asian Chicken Salad Delight
Indulge in the refreshing and vibrant flavors of Crispy Asian Chicken Salad Delight! This delightful dish combines tender, thinly sliced chicken breasts with a variety of crunchy vegetables like iceberg lettuce, celery, and water chestnuts. Topped with bean sprouts for a satisfying crunch, and accented with the aromatic presence of cilantro, this salad is perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish. Finished off with crispy bean thread noodles, sesame seeds, and cashews, this salad offers a delightful mix of textures and tastes. Toss it all together with your choice of dressing for a dish that's both healthy and satisfying—perfect for sharing with family or friends!
6
Servings
600
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
chicken breasts
4-5 (cooked, boned, and sliced thin)
iceberg lettuce
6 cups (thinly shredded)
green onions
3 (thinly sliced)
celery ribs
2 (thinly sliced)
water chestnuts
1 (8 ounce) can (drained and sliced)
bean sprouts
2 cups (fresh)
cilantro
1/2 cup (coarsely chopped)
salad dressing
to taste (Dom's chicken salad dressing or dressing of your choice)
bean thread noodles
2-3 cups (deep-fried and drained)
sesame seeds
1/4 cup (toasted (optional))
cashews
1/2 cup (chopped or whole)
Instructions
1
In a large salad bowl, combine the cooked and sliced chicken breasts with the shredded iceberg lettuce, sliced green onions, thinly sliced celery, drained water chestnuts, fresh bean sprouts, and coarsely chopped cilantro. Mix gently to combine.
2
Drizzle your choice of dressing over the salad mixture, and toss lightly to coat all ingredients evenly.
3
Just before serving, add the deep-fried bean thread noodles to the salad, and toss them very delicately to preserve their crispy texture.
4
Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual bowls. Top generously with toasted sesame seeds and chopped cashews for added crunch and flavor.
5
NOTE: To prepare the bean thread noodles, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Test the temperature by dropping in a single noodle—if it puffs up, the oil is ready. Fry in small batches, pushing noodles down and turning them to ensure they're evenly cooked. When the crackling stops (about 30 seconds), remove them with a strainer and drain on paper towels.
Nutrition Information
37.5g
Fat
35g
Carbs
25g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crispy Asian Chicken Salad Delight?
It is a refreshing and vibrant salad that combines tender chicken with crunchy vegetables, bean thread noodles, nuts, and seeds.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe is designed to serve 6 people.
What are the calorie counts for a serving?
Each serving contains approximately 600 calories.
How much protein is in each serving?
There are 25 grams of protein per serving.
What is the total fat content per serving?
Each serving contains about 37.5 grams of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 35 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
How should the chicken be prepared for this salad?
The chicken breasts should be cooked, boned, and sliced thin.
What type of lettuce is recommended?
The recipe calls for 6 cups of thinly shredded iceberg lettuce.
How should the green onions be cut?
Three green onions should be thinly sliced.
How many celery ribs are needed?
The recipe requires 2 thinly sliced celery ribs.
How are the water chestnuts prepared?
You should use one 8-ounce can of water chestnuts, drained and sliced.
Should I use fresh or canned bean sprouts?
The recipe specifically recommends using 2 cups of fresh bean sprouts.
How is the cilantro prepared?
Use 1/2 cup of cilantro that has been coarsely chopped.
What kind of dressing is suggested?
Dom's chicken salad dressing is suggested, or any dressing of your choice.
How do I prepare the bean thread noodles?
The noodles should be deep-fried until they puff up and then drained.
How much oil is needed to fry the noodles?
Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a skillet.
How can I tell if the oil is hot enough for the noodles?
Drop a single noodle into the oil; if it puffs up immediately, the oil is ready.
How long does it take to fry the bean thread noodles?
They are usually ready in about 30 seconds, or once the crackling stops.
What is the best way to fry noodles to ensure even cooking?
Fry them in small batches, pushing them down and turning them in the oil.
How should the fried noodles be handled after cooking?
Remove them with a strainer and let them drain on paper towels.
When should the fried noodles be added to the salad?
Add them just before serving to preserve their crispy texture.
How should the noodles be tossed into the salad?
Toss them very delicately so they do not lose their crunch.
Are the sesame seeds mandatory?
No, the toasted sesame seeds are listed as optional.
How should the cashews be prepared?
You can use 1/2 cup of cashews, either chopped or whole.
Is this dish suitable as a main course?
Yes, it is described as a light lunch but can also be served as a side dish or appetizer.
What provides the crunch in this salad?
The crunch comes from the iceberg lettuce, celery, water chestnuts, bean sprouts, fried noodles, and cashews.
Is this salad healthy?
The recipe is described as a healthy and satisfying dish.
How should the salad be presented?
Transfer it to a serving platter or individual bowls and top with sesame seeds and cashews.
Can I use a different dressing?
Yes, you can use any dressing of your choice to toss the salad.
What is the first step in assembling the salad?
Combine the cooked chicken with the lettuce, onions, celery, chestnuts, sprouts, and cilantro in a large bowl.