Asian Spinach Chicken Salad Recipe

Asian Spinach Chicken Salad RecipePhoto by: Taste of Home Asian Spinach Chicken Salad Recipe Rating 0

"Though we don't usually care for Asian food, this delightful salad is the exception!" says Marlene Roberts from Moore, Oklahoma. "It's an easy dish for a busy weeknight dinner."

This recipe is:

Quick

0
  • Rate
  • Print
  • Grocery List
  • Recipe Box
  • Email
[X]

Rate Asian Spinach Chicken Salad Recipe

Click on stars to rate
 

Would you make this recipe again?
[X]
Asian Spinach Chicken Salad Recipe
  • Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
  • Yield: 2 Servings
25 5 30

Ingredients

  • 6 teaspoons sesame oil, divided
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Dash ground ginger
  • 1 boneless skinless chicken breast (6 ounces), cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1-1/2 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 2 tablespoons shredded carrot
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1-3/4 cups chow mein noodles
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted

Directions

  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine 4 teaspoons sesame oil, vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, salt, cayenne and ginger; shake well. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
  • In a small skillet, saute chicken in remaining oil until golden brown; set aside and keep warm. In a small bowl, combine the spinach, carrot and onions. Shake dressing and pour over salad; toss to coat.
  • Divide chow mein noodles between two plates; top with salad mixture and chicken. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve immediately. Yield: 2 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving equals 451 calories, 28 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 47 mg cholesterol, 444 mg sodium, 28 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 22 g protein.

Originally published as Asian Chicken Salad in Cooking for 2 Winter 2009, p37

Light-Bodied White Wine

Enjoy this recipe with a light-bodied white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.

Taste of Home

Featured Videos

  • Steak Salad

    Enjoy summer with this scrumptious summer salad.

Mrs. Holiday

Enter your holiday recipe and audition video now and you could win $50,000 and become a Taste of Home ambassador!

Learn More >

Follow Us on Pinterest!

Did you know that Taste of Home is on Pinterest? Be sure to check out our boards for even more delicious inspiration.

Follow Us >

More Ways to get Taste of Home Recipes

Reviews for Asian Spinach Chicken Salad (0)

Asian Spinach Chicken Salad Recipe

Asian Spinach Chicken Salad

Tell us what you think of this recipe.
Did you modify it? Would you make it again? Rate it today! >

 
 
Healthy Cooking - Try it Risk Free
Simple & Delicious - Free Issue Offer
Advertise with us
ADVERTISEMENT

Follow Us

Advertise with us ADVERTISEMENT
Advertise with us ADVERTISEMENT