Best 10 Asian Chicken Salad With Peanut Soy Dressing Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey across Asia with our delectable Asian chicken salad, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This vibrant salad boasts tender chicken marinated in a blend of savory soy sauce, sweet honey, and aromatic sesame oil, then grilled to perfection. Nestled atop a bed of crisp lettuce, julienned carrots, and refreshing cucumbers, this chicken takes center stage. The pièce de résistance is the irresistible peanut-soy dressing, a harmonious balance of creamy peanut butter, tangy soy sauce, and a hint of spice. With a sprinkle of chopped peanuts and green onions, this salad is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. But that's not all! This recipe is accompanied by a trio of equally enticing variations: a spicy Szechuan version, a zesty Thai rendition with a kick of chili and lemongrass, and a refreshing Vietnamese interpretation featuring mint and fish sauce. Each variation offers a unique taste adventure, allowing you to embark on a culinary tour of Asia from the comfort of your own kitchen.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD WITH ASIAN PEANUT SALAD DRESSING



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A crunchy Chinese chicken salad tossed with a lip smackingly delicious peanut dressing, this is the sort of salad that's a truly satisfying meal in itself!

Provided by Nagi | RecipeTin Eats

Categories     Meal     Salad

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 1/2 tbsp peanut butter
2 tsp toasted sesame oil
1 tbsp canola oil ((or vegetable, grapeseed or peanut oil))
2 tsp soy sauce
2 tsp+ Sriracha
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp + 2 tsp rice wine vinegar
1 - 1 1/2 tbsp water ((or lime juice))
1 garlic clove (, minced)
1/2 tsp ginger (, freshly grated)
1 1/2 cups Chinese cabbage / Napa cabbage (, shredded)
1 cup red cabbage (, shredded)
1 1/2 cups carrots (, julienned (I used Just Veg pre shredded carrots) (Note 1))
1 1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken
1 1/2 cups bean sprouts
1 shallot / green onion / scallion (, finely sliced on the diagonal)
1/4 cup peanuts (, roughly chopped)
1/4+ cups crunchy fried noodles ((I use Changs))

Steps:

  • Mix Dressing in a jug or small bowl. Use water to adjust consistency (it should be pretty thick and gloopy), Sriracha for spiciness and saltiness with salt (not more soy sauce).
  • Place all Salad ingredients in a bowl, reserving some noodles, peanuts and shallots for topping. Drizzled with Dressing and toss. Garnish with remaining noodles, peanuts and shallots and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 457 g, Calories 490 kcal, Carbohydrate 31.8 g, Protein 38.6 g, Fat 25.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Cholesterol 67 mg, Sodium 587 mg, Fiber 4.8 g, Sugar 16.4 g

CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD WITH RED CHILE PEANUT DRESSING



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons smooth peanut butter
1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger
2 teaspoons chipotle pepper puree
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
1/2 cup canola oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 head Napa cabbage, shredded
1/2 head romaine lettuce, shredded
2 carrots, shredded
1/4 pound snow peas, julienned
1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onion
2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
1/2 cup chopped roasted peanuts
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
Chili oil, optional
Grilled lime halves, for garnish

Steps:

  • Whisk together the vinegar, peanut butter, ginger, chipotle pepper puree, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and canola oil in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Combine cabbage, lettuce, carrots, snow peas, cilantro, and green onion in a large bowl. Add the dressing and toss to combine.
  • Transfer to a serving platter and top with the shredded chicken, chopped peanuts, and mint. Drizzle with chili oil, if desired. Garnish with grilled lime halves.

ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD WITH PEANUT-SOY DRESSING



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Betty Crocker's Heart Healthy Cookbook shares a recipe! Add something hearty to your family's Asian cuisine night! Serve chicken salad drizzled with peanut say dressing - a dish that's ready in just 15 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1/2 teaspoon grated gingerroot
6 cups coleslaw mix (from 16-ounce bag)
3 cups washed fresh spinach leaves (from 10-ounce bag)
3 cups cut-up cooked chicken
1 medium bell pepper, cut into bite-size strips
1 can (8 ounces) bamboo shoots, rinsed and drained

Steps:

  • In small bowl, beat all dressing ingredients with whisk until blended.
  • Toss salad ingredients in large bowl; drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 360 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 0 g

ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD WITH PEANUT DRESSING



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Kosher salt
1 cup frozen shelled edamame
2 oranges
1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 teaspoon Sriracha
Freshly ground pepper
1/2 large head iceberg lettuce, chopped
2 cups watercress, trimmed
1 cup crunchy chow mein noodles
2 1/2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken (about 12 ounces)
1 cup shredded carrots (about 2 carrots)

Steps:

  • Bring a small saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add the edamame and cook until tender and bright green, about 3 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water; set aside.
  • Cut the top and bottom off each orange, then cut off the peel and white pith. Holding an orange over a small bowl to catch the juice, cut along the membranes to remove the orange segments, letting them fall into the bowl. Squeeze any juice from the membranes into the bowl. Repeat with the other orange.
  • Whisk the peanut butter, 1/4 cup water, 2 tablespoons of the orange juice, the soy sauce, vinegar, Sriracha and 1/8 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Toss the lettuce, watercress and half of the chow mein noodles in a large bowl. Divide among plates and drizzle with half the dressing. Top with the chicken, edamame, carrots, orange segments and remaining noodles. Season with salt and pepper and drizzle with the remaining dressing.

COLD SESAME NOODLES WITH SPICY PEANUT SAUCE



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Spicy Asian-style sesame noodles that are delicious served cold or hot.

Provided by KBANDE

Categories     Pasta and Noodles     Noodle Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (12 ounce) package linguine pasta
¼ cup peanut butter
¼ cup sesame oil
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons white sugar
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, or to taste
1 tablespoon chopped green onion, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook linguine at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes.
  • While the pasta is cooking, combine peanut butter, sesame oil, soy sauce, sugar, and garlic in a large bowl; mix well.
  • Drain pasta and rinse under cold water. Add to the sauce and toss to coat. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onion.
  • Refrigerate until cold, at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365 calories, Carbohydrate 45.8 g, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 503.8 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD WITH PEANUTS



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Want a main course salad without fussy steps? Stir-fry sauce doubles as dressing in this Asian-inspired cabbage, spinach, and chicken combo.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb uncooked chicken breast strips for stir-frying
3/4 cup Oriental dressing and marinade
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
3 cups thinly sliced Chinese (napa) cabbage
3 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
1/4 cup sliced green onions (4 medium)
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped dry-roasted peanuts

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix chicken and 1/4 cup of the dressing; toss to coat. Let stand at room temperature 10 minutes to marinate.
  • In 8-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat until hot. Remove chicken from marinade with slotted spoon and add to skillet; discard remaining marinade. Cook and stir chicken 4 to 6 minutes or until browned and no longer pink in center. Remove from heat. Add remaining 1/2 cup dressing; stir to mix.
  • Divide cabbage and spinach among 4 serving plates. Top with chicken mixture. Sprinkle with onions and peanuts. If desired, serve with additional dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 600 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD WITH ROASTED PEANUTS



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Categories     Salad     Chicken     Ginger     Leafy Green     No-Cook     Mango     Peanut     Bell Pepper     Spring     Cilantro     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup bottled Asian-style dressing
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons chopped fresh ginger
1 6-ounce package baby spinach leaves
2 cups mixed sliced red, yellow and green bell peppers
1 2- to 2 1/2-pound rotisserie chicken, meat torn into bite-size pieces (about 4 cups)
1/2 cup honey-roasted peanuts
1 mango, peeled, pitted, sliced

Steps:

  • Mix dressing, cilantro, and ginger in small bowl. Toss spinach, peppers, chicken, and nuts in large bowl with enough dressing mixture to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Divide salad among 4 plates. Top with mango and serve.

CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD WITH PEANUT-SESAME DRESSING



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Cold shredded chicken in a peanut-sesame dressing is a common component of the exquisitely arranged cold appetizer platters served at Chinese banquets. This salad is as popular among Westerners as it is with the Chinese, and many variations of it are offered in casual dining spots throughout the West. From Joyce Jue, "Far East Cafe: The Best of Casual Asian Cooking".

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 large whole chicken breasts
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 lb fresh Chinese egg noodles
1 1/2 teaspoons peanut oil
3 tablespoons white sesame seeds or 3 tablespoons black sesame seeds
1/4 cup finely-julienned red bell pepper
1 cup finely-julienned peeled carrot
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves (fresh coriander)
1 small cucumber, cut into 2-inch julienne
2 teaspoons peanut butter
2 teaspoons asian sesame paste
2 tablespoons sugar
1/3 cup dark soy sauce
1/3 cup Chinese red vinegar or 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons peanut oil or 2 tablespoons corn oil
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon chili oil (to taste)
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced peeled fresh ginger
1/4 cup chopped green onion (spring)
1/4 cup chopped dry roasted peanuts

Steps:

  • Fill a large saucepan three-fourths full with water and bring to a boil.
  • Add the chicken breasts and return to a boil, skimming off any scum that forms on the surface, then immediately reduce the heat to low.
  • Simmer, uncovered, until tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Drain and let cool.
  • Remove the skin from the chicken breasts, bone the breasts and hand shred the meat with the grain into strips about 1/2 inch thick and 2 inches long.
  • Refill the large saucepan three-fourths full with water.
  • Bring to a boil over high heat and add the salt.
  • Gently pull the strands of noodles apart, then drop them into the boiling water, stirring to separate the strands.
  • When the water comes to a second boil, boil for 1 minute longer.
  • Pour the noodles into a colander and rinse thoroughly with cold running water.
  • Drain thoroughly and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Toss with the peanut oil to keep the noodles from sticking together.
  • Set aside.
  • If using white sesame seeds, toast them in a small, dry frying pan over medium heat until golden and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
  • If using black sesame seeds, leave them untoasted.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the chicken, bell pepper, carrot, cilantro and toasted or raw sesame seeds.
  • Arrange the cooked noodles in a wide shallow bowl.
  • Scatter the cucumber over the noodles and top with the chicken mixture.
  • Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • To make the dressing, in a small bowl, stir together the peanut butter, sesame paste, sugar, soy sauce and vinegar. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the peanut or corn oil, sesame oil and chili oil.
  • When hot, add the garlic, ginger and green onion; saute gently until fragrant but not browned, about 15 seconds.
  • Stir in the peanut butter-sesame paste mixture and cook until the mixture begins to form a light syrup, about 1 minute.
  • Remove from the heat and let cool to lukewarm.
  • Pour the warm dressing over the chicken salad and sprinkle with the peanuts.
  • Serve immediately.

CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD WITH PEANUT BUTTER DRESSING



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I have lived in Michigan now for 13 years and not one Chinese Restaurant has Chinese Chicken Salad like they do back home in San Fran, Cali.... :(. So, this is as close as I can come to the real thing... I am not sure where I found this recipe.

Provided by Kimschmee

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 teaspoons peanut oil
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1 lime, juice of
1 1/4 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 garlic clove
1 tablespoon chunk fresh ginger or 1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon chili powder
4 small grilled skinless chicken breasts or 4 small baked boneless skinless chicken breasts
8 cups mixed lettuce greens
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • To make dressing: In a blender or food processor, puree the oils, peanut butter, vinegar, lime juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and chili powder.
  • To make the salad: Cut up chicken into small bite size pieces. Mix the ingredients. Just before serving, toss the salad with the dressing.
  • I use Mongolian Fire Oil and Hot Chili Sesame Oil over the top with chopped peanuts. Yummmmmmyyyyy!
  • Nutrition per serving: 348 calories; 37 g protein; 15 g carbohydrates; 16 g fat (3 g saturated; 7 g monounsaturated); 83 mg cholesterol; 4 g fiber; 628 mg sodium.

CHICKEN NOODLE SALAD WITH PEANUT-GINGER DRESSING



Chicken Noodle Salad with Peanut-Ginger Dressing image

This is an easy salad for hot summer nights, and actually it's great year-round. You can substitute cooked roast beef slices or shrimp for the chicken.

Provided by Sherbg

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Chicken Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

⅓ cup smooth peanut butter
¼ cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
1 tablespoon Asian garlic-chili sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar, packed
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh ginger root
⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons low-sodium chicken broth
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (16 ounce) package uncooked linguine pasta
3 ½ cups cooked chicken, cut into strips
1 cup julienne-sliced carrot
6 green onions, chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into strips
1 celery rib, thinly sliced
½ cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
½ cup chopped roasted peanuts, for garnish

Steps:

  • To make the dressing, place the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili-garlic sauce, brown sugar, ginger, red pepper flakes, and 3 tablespoons of chicken broth together in a blender or bowl of a food processor. Blend until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Thin the dressing to your taste by adding more chicken broth or water.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and place pasta into a large mixing bowl.
  • Add the chicken, carrots, green onions, red pepper, celery, and cilantro to the bowl with the linguine. Pour the dressing over the noodle-chicken mixture and toss until mixture is evenly coated. Divide the salad among eight serving plates, and sprinkle peanuts over each serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460.9 calories, Carbohydrate 51.6 g, Cholesterol 46.1 mg, Fat 15.8 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 30.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 745.4 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients whenever possible. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your salad.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of greens. Arugula, romaine, and spinach are all good choices for this salad.
  • If you don't have any peanut butter on hand, you can use almond butter or cashew butter instead.
  • The dressing for this salad is also great on other types of salads, such as tofu salad or grilled vegetable salad.
  • Be sure to adjust the amount of dressing you use to your own taste. You can also add more or less of the other ingredients, such as the chicken, vegetables, and nuts, to suit your preferences.

Conclusion:

This Asian chicken salad with peanut soy dressing is a healthy, flavorful, and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. The combination of chicken, vegetables, and nuts is both satisfying and nutritious, and the peanut soy dressing adds a delicious and unique flavor. Whether you are new to Asian cuisine or a seasoned pro, this salad is sure to please.

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