Zippy Chicken Coleslaw Recipe

Zippy Chicken Coleslaw Recipe
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"The ramen noodles give this hearty salad a little crunch, but it's still just as good the next day when they've softened up," says Kathy Egan of Oceanside, California.

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  • 9 Servings
  • Prep: 40 min. Cook: 10 min.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 1 package (3 ounces) hot and spicy ramen noodles
  • 4 cups shredded cabbage
  • 2 cups broccoli coleslaw mix
  • 3 green onions, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
  • 2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted
  • DRESSING:
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 4-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar
  • 2-1/4 teaspoons water
  • 2-1/4 teaspoons canola oil
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Directions

  • In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients; rub over both sides of chicken. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 5-6 minutes on each side or until a meat thermometer reads 170°. When chicken is cool enough to handle, shred with two forks; cool completely.
  • Set aside seasoning packet from ramen noodles. Break noodles into small pieces; place in a large bowl. Add the cabbage, broccoli coleslaw, onions, sesame seeds, almonds and chicken.
  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the dressing ingredients. Add the contents of seasoning packet; shake well. Pour over coleslaw; toss to coat. Yield: 9 servings.

Nutritional Analysis: 2/3 cup equals 132 calories, 5 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 14 mg cholesterol, 405 mg sodium, 15 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 8 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 very lean meat, 1/2 fat.

Zippy Chicken Coleslaw published in Light & Tasty June/July 2005, p56

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