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Crunchy Chinese Chicken Salad

A refreshing salad loaded with crispy veggies and a zingy ginger dressing that everyone loves.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 Chinese· July 15, 2026
Crunchy Chinese Chicken Salad
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Prep
20 minutes
Cook
0 minutes
Total
20 minutes
Serves
4

This Chinese chicken salad is a favorite in my house because it perfectly balances fresh crunch with tender chicken. It is a fantastic option for lunch or a light dinner when you want something satisfying but not too heavy.

My top tip is to toast the almonds and sesame seeds right before you serve the salad. This little extra step adds a wonderful nutty aroma that makes the whole dish feel extra special.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 4 cups Napa cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup carrots, julienned
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 clove garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. 1

    Whisk the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, ginger, and garlic in a small bowl until the dressing is smooth.

  2. 2

    Combine the shredded chicken, cabbage, carrots, green onions, and cilantro in a large salad bowl.

  3. 3

    Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything well so it is evenly coated.

  4. 4

    Top the salad with the toasted almonds and sesame seeds right before serving to keep them crunchy.

💡 Tips

If you are planning to have leftovers, store the dressing separately from the salad greens to keep everything crisp. You can add crunchy chow mein noodles on top for extra texture if you like.

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