Best 8 Asian Chicken Salad No Noodles Recipes

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Craving for an Asian-inspired dish that's bursting with flavor and texture? Look no further than this tantalizing Asian Chicken Salad sans noodles. This vibrant salad boasts a harmonious blend of juicy chicken, crisp vegetables, and a delectable dressing that will tantalize your taste buds.

Our recipe features succulent chicken marinated in a savory blend of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil, then grilled to perfection. Combined with crunchy carrots, bell peppers, and refreshing cucumber, this salad offers a delightful contrast of textures. The pièce de résistance is the tangy, sweet, and savory dressing made with lime juice, honey, and fish sauce, which adds a burst of flavor to every bite.

In addition to the classic Asian Chicken Salad, this article also offers variations to cater to different preferences. For a vegetarian option, tofu is marinated and grilled instead of chicken. Craving something spicy? Try the Sriracha Chicken Salad, where the dressing gets a fiery kick from Sriracha sauce. And if you're watching your carbs, the Low-Carb Asian Chicken Salad replaces rice noodles with a bed of lettuce, making it a guilt-free indulgence.

So, whether you're a fan of classic Asian flavors or looking to explore new taste combinations, this collection of Asian Chicken Salads has something for everyone. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds dancing with delight.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 28m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 large carrot, peeled
3 cups shredded napa cabbage, from 1 small cabbage
3 cups shredded romaine lettuce, from 1 small lettuce
1 small red bell pepper, seeded and deveined, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons fresh Thai basil leaves or fresh mint leaves, chopped** see Cook's Note
2 cups thinly sliced store-bought rotisserie chicken (about 2 small chicken breasts)
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted** see Cook's Note
1 tablespoon toasted white or black sesame seeds*
1/4 cup peanut or vegetable oil
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar*
1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, optional

Steps:

  • 1/2 cup chow mein noodles, for garnish
  • For the salad: Using a vegetable peeler, shave the carrot and add to a large salad bowl. Stir in the cabbage, lettuce, pepper, Thai basil, chicken, almonds, and sesame seeds.
  • For the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar until smooth. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, if using.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well. Garnish with the chow mein noodles and serve.

ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD (NO NOODLES)



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All the flavors of a Asian Chicken Salad without all the calories and fat of fried noodles.

Provided by debbie lopez

Categories     Other Salads

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 c asian-style dressing, made with sesame seeds (homemade is best but store bought works)
2 Tbsp lime juice
8 oz cooked chicken, shredded
6 oz pakage coleslaw mix, without dressing
1 cucumber, halved lengthwise seeds scraped out and thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, cut into narrow strips
1/4 c fresh cilantro, chopped
5 oz baby greens
1/4 c cashews or 1/4 cup peanuts, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Whisk dressing and lime juice in a large bowl. Add chicken, coleslaw, cucumber, pepper and cilantro.
  • 2. Serve on greens and sprinkle with nuts.

ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD (NO NOODLES)



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Make and share this Asian Chicken Salad (No Noodles) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Debbwl

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup asian-style dressing, made with sesame seeds
2 tablespoons lime juice
8 ounces cooked chicken, shredded
6 ounces coleslaw mix
1 cucumber, halved lengthwise seeds scraped out and thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, cut into narrow strips
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
5 ounces baby greens
1/4 cup cashews or 1/4 cup peanuts, chopped

Steps:

  • Whisk dressing and lime juice in a large bowl. Add chicken, coleslaw, cucumber, pepper and cilantro.
  • Serve on greens and sprinkle with nuts.

CHICKEN NOODLE SALAD



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Get ready to make all sorts of friends when you bring a big bowl of this Asian chicken noodle salad to the next big cookout. The only folks you might scare away are the ones who brought regular pasta salads. There's just something delightfully addictive about this special combination of cold and spicy. This recipe is the perfect catchall for all those summer vegetables we're supposed to be eating more of, as well as any dry leftover chicken you have around.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Spaghetti Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 2h35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 cloves garlic, crushed
½ cup seasoned rice vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon Sriracha chile sauce
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 cooked chicken breast
1 (8 ounce) package spaghetti
1 cup grated carrots
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
4 green onions, thinly sliced
½ cup chopped roasted, salted peanuts
⅓ cup chopped fresh basil
⅓ cup chopped fresh mint
⅓ cup chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Whisk garlic, rice vinegar, soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, Sriracha, hoisin, and sesame oil together in a mixing bowl for the dressing.
  • Tear chicken apart into strands similar in width to the spaghetti. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  • Transfer spaghetti to a mixing bowl; add the chicken, carrots, bell pepper, and green onions. Pour in the dressing and toss by hand until well combined. Seal the surface of the salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate, tossing occasionally, for 2 to 12 hours, the longer the better.
  • Add peanuts, basil, mint, and cilantro to the salad. Toss well; taste and adjust for seasoning.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441.3 calories, Carbohydrate 64.5 g, Cholesterol 18.4 mg, Fat 12 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 1543.2 mg, Sugar 16.1 g

ASIAN SHRIMP AND NOODLE SALAD



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Looking for an Asian-style dinner tonight? Then check out this rice noodles and shrimp salad filled with veggies that's made quickly in 15 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 oz uncooked rice stick noodles
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons fish sauce
4 1/2 teaspoons creamy peanut butter
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons grated gingerroot
2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons dark sesame oil
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
5 cups thinly sliced Chinese (napa) cabbage
3/4 lb cooked deveined peeled large shrimp
1 1/2 cups fresh snow pea pods, strings removed, cut diagonally in half
Thinly sliced green onion, if desired
Chopped fresh cilantro, if desired

Steps:

  • Cook noodles in boiling water 2 to 3 minutes; drain and rinse with cold water. Drain well.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, stir lime juice, fish sauce, peanut butter, sugar, gingerroot, soy sauce, oil and garlic with whisk until smooth; set aside.
  • In large bowl, stir together noodles, cabbage, shrimp and pea pods. Add dressing; toss well. Sprinkle individual servings with onions and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 21 g, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 290 mg

ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD



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A perfect salad for leftover BBQ, boiled, broiled or baked chicken. A very crunchy salad with a tasty sweet Asian-style dressing. The kids love it too! The Chinese rice noodles are of the cellophane type and can be found in the Asian section of most grocery stores. They are often in rectangle form and in clear packaging.

Provided by D

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
¼ cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 (8 ounce) package dried rice noodles
1 head iceberg lettuce - rinsed, dried, and chopped
4 boneless chicken breast halves, cooked and shredded
3 green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

  • Prepare the dressing 30 minutes ahead of time by combining the brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, salad oil, and rice vinegar in a salad dressing carafe.
  • To prepare the Chinese rice noodles, heat a skillet with a few tablespoons of oil and break off a little bit of the noodles and add them to the skillet and fry them. They will puff up in the skillet, so only add a few at a time. As they begin to puff up, remove and drain them on paper towels. Be sure to cook long enough as the under cooked noodles will be like eating needles. Once cooked, add them to the salad mixture.
  • In a large bowl combine the iceberg lettuce, cooked and shredded chicken, green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Let chill about 10 minutes, and just before serving add the cooked rice noodles. Serve in salad bowls and offer the dressing in a pourable container so your family can add as much dressing as they want. You can also pour the dressing over the top of the salad, toss, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 413.6 calories, Carbohydrate 39.2 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 22.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 224.6 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

ASIAN CHICKEN NOODLE SALAD



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This easy to prepare noodle salad has plenty of seeds, nuts, greens, chicken, and vegetables.

Provided by Angel

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (3 ounce) package ramen noodle pasta, crushed
2 tablespoons butter, melted
½ cup sunflower seeds
½ cup pine nuts
3 cups shredded bok choy
5 green onions, thinly sliced
1 cup diced, cooked chicken breast meat
1 (5 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained
12 pods snow peas
½ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
¼ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a large bowl, mix the noodles, sunflower seeds, and pine nuts with melted butter until evenly coated. Spread the mixture in a thin layer on a baking sheet.
  • Bake 7 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, stirring occasionally, until evenly toasted. Remove from heat, and cool slightly.
  • In a large bowl toss together the noodle mixture, bok choy, green onions, chicken, water chestnuts, and snow peas.
  • Prepare the dressing by blending the oil, vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, and lemon juice. Pour over salad, and toss to evenly coat. Serve immediately, or refrigerate until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 735.8 calories, Carbohydrate 43.8 g, Cholesterol 41.5 mg, Fat 55.8 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 20.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.2 g, Sodium 1054.7 mg, Sugar 20.2 g

ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD



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Make and share this Asian Chicken Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by startnover

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 minced garlic cloves
16 wonton wrappers, cut into strips
2 -3 chopped romaine lettuce hearts
1 cup shredded carrot
1 bunch chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/2 cup slivered almonds
1 cup mandarin orange, well drained
3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons peanut butter
2 teaspoons brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon chili paste (I've used Texas Pete's to substitute)
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil

Steps:

  • Place the chicken in a ziplock with 2 T sesame oil and 2 garlic cloves. Let marinade for 20 minute.
  • Whisk all dressing ingredients together till well incorporated, set aside.
  • Place wonton strips onto sprayed baking sheet (or you can just fry them) Bake just till browned at 350° (watch closely).
  • Grill chicken breasts till no longer pink. Cool and slice into strips.
  • Toss romaine, carrots, cilantro, and onions. Then add chicken, wontons, almonds and mandarin oranges and toss w/ dressing till well coated. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 561.5, Fat 24.5, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 69.1, Sodium 534.1, Carbohydrate 50.3, Fiber 11.3, Sugar 17, Protein 39.2

Tips:

  • For a quick and easy meal, use a rotisserie chicken.
  • To save time, buy pre-shredded cabbage and carrots.
  • If you don't have rice vinegar, use white vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
  • For a spicier salad, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a drizzle of Sriracha sauce.
  • If you want a sweeter salad, add a tablespoon of honey or agave nectar.
  • For a more colorful salad, add some chopped red bell pepper, green onions, or cilantro.
  • Serve the salad immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This Asian chicken salad is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner. It is packed with protein, vegetables, and healthy fats. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the salad is easy to make. With a few simple tips, you can make this salad your own and enjoy it all week long.

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