Irresistible Chinese Chicken Salad with Mandarin Oranges
Savor the vibrant flavors of Irresistible Chinese Chicken Salad with Mandarin Oranges! This refreshing dish combines tender chicken, crunchy vegetables, and juicy mandarin oranges, creating a delightful medley of textures and tastes. Perfect for summer barbecues or light lunches, this salad not only impresses guests but also nourishes the body with essential vitamins and minerals. Enjoy a burst of flavor that will keep you coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
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- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh mandarin oranges (peeled and segmented)
- 4 cups crisp lettuce (iceberg or romaine, chopped)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
- ½ cup sliced almonds (toasted if desired)
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar (unseasoned)
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a pot and cook chicken breasts for 15-20 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove and cool before shredding.
- Chop lettuce, shred carrots, and slice bell pepper; combine in a large mixing bowl.
- Peel and segment mandarin oranges; set aside.
- Whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, and rice vinegar in a small bowl for the dressing.
- Add shredded chicken and mandarin segments to the bowl with veggies; drizzle dressing over everything and toss gently.
- Serve on plates topped with sliced almonds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup salad (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg