Irresistible Chinese Chicken Salad with Mandarin Oranges
Elevate your meal experience with this vibrant Irresistible Chinese Chicken Salad featuring juicy chicken, crisp veggies, and sweet mandarin oranges. This refreshing dish bursts with flavor, making it perfect for any occasion—whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or enjoying a light lunch. With its colorful ingredients and delightful textures, this salad will impress your family and friends while keeping your meal healthy and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup fresh or canned mandarin oranges (packed in juice)
- 4 cups mixed salad greens (romaine and spinach)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Preheat grill or pan over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Grill for 6-8 minutes per side until cooked through. Let rest; slice into strips.
- Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and dry salad greens thoroughly. In a large bowl, combine salad greens, shredded carrots, sliced bell pepper, and mandarin oranges.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey if desired.
- Combine Ingredients: Add sliced chicken to the vegetable mixture and drizzle dressing over everything.
- Toss Gently: Use tongs to toss all ingredients until well coated in dressing. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 425mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg