Best 9 Vietnamese Chicken Salad Recipes

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**Explore the tantalizing flavors of Vietnamese Chicken Salad: A Culinary Journey to Southeast Asia**

Embark on a culinary adventure to Southeast Asia with this Vietnamese Chicken Salad, a vibrant and flavorful dish that captures the essence of Vietnamese cuisine. Prepared with tender chicken, crisp vegetables, aromatic herbs, and a tangy dressing, this salad is a symphony of textures and flavors that will delight your taste buds. Discover the secrets behind this refreshing and healthy dish, as we guide you through a step-by-step recipe that unveils the authentic taste of Vietnam.

**Introduction to the Recipes:**

1. **Classic Vietnamese Chicken Salad:** This recipe showcases the traditional Vietnamese chicken salad, featuring succulent chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a well-balanced dressing.

2. **Vietnamese Chicken Salad with Grilled Lemongrass Chicken:** Elevate your salad experience with grilled lemongrass chicken, infusing the dish with a smoky and aromatic flavor.

3. **Vietnamese Chicken Salad with Vermicelli Noodles:** Incorporate the delightful texture of vermicelli noodles into your salad, creating a satisfying and filling meal.

4. **Vietnamese Chicken Salad with Fried Tofu:** For a plant-based alternative, substitute chicken with crispy fried tofu, adding a savory and protein-rich element.

5. **Vietnamese Chicken Salad with Spring Rolls:** Combine the freshness of the salad with crispy spring rolls, creating an irresistible appetizer or light lunch.

Join us on this culinary journey as we explore the vibrant flavors and diverse recipes of Vietnamese Chicken Salad. Let your taste buds be captivated by the harmonious blend of sweet, sour, and savory elements that define this beloved dish.

Let's cook with our recipes!

VIETNAMESE CHICKEN SALAD



Vietnamese Chicken Salad image

This is a very simple-to-make salad with bold flavors. You can serve as a side dish or just have it alone. The salad can be refrigerated overnight and still taste good the next day.

Provided by Jia T.

Categories     Salad

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon finely chopped green chile peppers
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
3 tablespoons Asian fish sauce
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 tablespoon Asian (toasted) sesame oil
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 cooked skinless boneless chicken breast halves, shredded
½ head cabbage, cored and thinly sliced
1 carrot, cut into matchsticks
⅓ onion, finely chopped
⅓ cup finely chopped dry roasted peanuts
⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Stir together the chopped green chiles, rice vinegar, lime juice, fish sauce, garlic, sugar, sesame oil, vegetable oil, and black pepper until the mixture is thoroughly combined and the sugar is dissolved.
  • Place the chicken, cabbage, carrot, onion, peanuts, and cilantro in a salad bowl, and toss thoroughly together with tongs. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss again. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.8 calories, Carbohydrate 19.3 g, Cholesterol 36.5 mg, Fat 17.9 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 19.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 990.9 mg, Sugar 10.3 g

VIETNAMESE CHICKEN CABBAGE SALAD



Vietnamese Chicken Cabbage Salad image

This simple Vietnamese salad is great for a hot summer night. The tart flavors of the onion, lemon, and salt are offset by the cabbage and chicken.

Provided by SUPERCAT912

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     No Mayo

Time 4h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 head cabbage, cored and shredded
2 onions, halved and thinly sliced
2 cups shredded, cooked chicken breast
¼ cup olive oil
salt and pepper to taste
3 tablespoons lemon juice, or to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss together the cabbage, onions, and chicken. Toss with olive oil until everything is lightly coated. Season with salt and pepper and continue to toss while adding lemon juice. Add enough lemon juice so that you can taste it in every bite. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving. The longer it sets the more the flavors mesh together and the better it tastes!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.5 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 12.7 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 15.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 66.1 mg, Sugar 8 g

VIETNAMESE CRUNCHY CHICKEN SALAD



Vietnamese Crunchy Chicken Salad image

When I lived in Cleveland I would eat at a really good Vietnamese restaurant that had a dish I couldn't get enough of. Since I had it so frequently, I figured out the components and flavors and created my own easy-to-make version. Everyone who's tasted it loves it. -Erin Schillo, Northfield, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 22

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
DRESSING:
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon grated lime zest
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon pepper
SALAD :
5 cups thinly sliced cabbage (about 1 pound)
1 cup minced fresh cilantro
1 cup julienned carrots
1 cup salted peanuts, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix the first 7 ingredients; add chicken and toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, 30 minutes. In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients., In a large skillet over medium-high heat, stir-fry half the chicken mixture for 4-5 minutes or until no longer pink. Remove from pan; repeat with remaining chicken. Cool slightly., In a large bowl, combine cabbage, cilantro, carrots and chicken; toss to combine. Add peanuts and dressing; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 743 calories, Fat 59g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 1068mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

VIETNAMESE CABBAGE AND CHICKEN SALAD



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Descibed online as a Vietnamese version of a much heavier western cole slaw. Posting for Chinese/Vietnamese New Year.

Provided by Parsley

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

8 ounces chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
6 ounces green cabbage, shredded
6 ounces purple cabbage, shredded
1/2 cup shredded carrot
1/4 cup chopped scallion
1/4 cup roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves
4 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, half reserved for garnish
1 -2 chili peppers, use whatever heat you can stand or 1 -2 just use mild chile
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons oyster sauce, can use fish sauce
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • To make the salad, combine the shredded chicken, cabbage, carrots, scallions, peanuts, mint and 2 tbsp cilantro in a large mixing bowl.
  • To make the dressing, combine the dressing ingredients in a bowl, stirring well to mix.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine.
  • Transfer to a large serving bowl and garnish with remaining 2 tbsp of cilantro.
  • Can also garnish with more peanuts, if desired.

VIETNAMESE CHICKEN & COLESLAW SALAD



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I can't believe anything this healthy can taste so good! Truly, this is one of the best things I've ever eaten. This recipe is very liberally adapted from one shown on Australia's version of Good Chef Bad Chef. The original poached a whole chicken, but I just bought a cooked chicken from the shop and 'cheated' with the poaching. It was still deeee-licious!

Provided by Kookaburra

Categories     Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 22

2 chicken breasts, plus a little extra meat from the thighs and legs from a cooked chicken (shop-bought is fine)
1 1/2 cups chicken stock
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 inch fresh ginger, about 2 . 5cm
1/2 teaspoon sambal oelek or 1/2 teaspoon minced chili
6 coriander, roots and stems chopped
2 large garlic cloves, sliced
1/3 cup coriander leaves, roughly chopped, plus some extra leaves for garnish
1/4 cup mint leaf, roughly chopped, plus some extra leaves for garnish
2 green onions, finely sliced on the diagonal
75 ml fish sauce
3/4 cup water
1 1/2 limes, juice of
60 g palm sugar or 60 g brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon sambal oelek or 1/2 teaspoon minced chili
2 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
2 teaspoons sesame oil
350 -500 g chinese wombok cabbage or 350 savoy cabbage, finely sliced
1 large carrot, finely grated
1 small red onion, finely sliced
200 g bean sprouts, plus
100 g extra bean sprouts, for garnish

Steps:

  • First, prepare the chicken poaching liquid.
  • In a small saucepan, combine chicken stock, lemon juice, ginger, sambal oelek or minced chilli, coriander roots and stems, and garlic.
  • Add whole breasts of chicken (and any extra pieces) to liquid and set aside until needed.
  • In a medium bowl, combine chopped coriander and mint leaves and the sliced green onion - remember to reserve some mint and coriander leaves for garnish. Set aside until needed.
  • Now, make the dressing.
  • Add all the dressing ingredients to a small food processor and blitz until combined. (Or chop or mince garlic very finely and combine with dressing ingredients in a sealable jar and shake vigorously).
  • Taste and adjust flavours of dressing to suit your personal taste - it should be quite sweet, salty and tangy.
  • Next, combine coleslaw ingredients in a large bowl - remembering to reserve some bean sprouts for garnish - and toss thoroughly.
  • (I use the food processor to prepare the coleslaw - use the slicer blade for cabbage and onion, and the grater for the carrot).
  • Now, put the saucepan with the chicken and poaching liquid on the stove over a medium heat and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for a few minutes until chicken is heated through.
  • Remove chicken from poaching liquid (discard poaching liquid) and shred chicken by tearing apart with two forks.
  • Add warm chicken to the bowl with coriander and mint leaves, and green onions.
  • Pour over 1/3 cup of the dressing and mix well.
  • Pour the remaining dressing into the prepared coleslaw and mix well.
  • To assemble, pile coleslaw into bowls, top with chicken mixture and garnish with reserved coriander, mint and bean sprouts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257.5, Fat 10.4, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 49.1, Sodium 1983.5, Carbohydrate 20.5, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 10.8, Protein 23

VIETNAMESE CHICKEN SALAD



Vietnamese Chicken Salad image

Provided by Kia Dickinson

Categories     Salad     Chicken     Ginger     Poultry     Back to School     Dinner     Lunch     Lime     Mint     Basil     Peanut     Hot Pepper     Carrot     Family Reunion     Healthy     Cabbage     Potluck     Gourmet     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

For salad:
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic
1 tablespoon finely chopped peeled ginger
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh red chiles (preferably Thai or cayenne), or to taste
1 whole chicken (about 3 1/2 pounds)
1 (2-pound) green cabbage
1/2 pound carrots
1 tablespoon sugar
For dressing and topping:
1/3 cup Asian fish sauce
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh red chiles (preferably Thai or cayenne)
2 teaspoon finely chopped peeled ginger
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
5 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2/3 cup coarsely chopped salted roasted peanuts
1/2 cup packed torn basil leaves
1/2 cup packed torn mint leaves
Equipment:
an adjustable-blade slicer
Accompaniments:
lime wedges; thinly sliced fresh red chiles (optional)

Steps:

  • Make chicken and vegetables for salad:
  • Stir together lime juice, garlic, ginger, chiles, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper, then rub all over chicken, inside and out. Marinate, covered, at room temperature while cooking vegetables.
  • Thinly slice cabbage with slicer. Cut carrots into thin matchsticks (1/8 inch) with a knife. Cook vegetables in a large pot of salted boiling water (2 tablespoons salt for 6 quarts water) until crisp-tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a large sieve or colander with a slotted spoon (return water to a boil) and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Drain well.
  • Add sugar to boiling water, then add chicken with marinade and cook, covered, 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let chicken stand in cooking liquid, covered, 30 minutes. Carefully transfer chicken with tongs to a cutting board and let stand until cool enough to handle. Coarsely shred meat (and skin if desired), transferring to a large bowl.
  • Make dressing while chicken cools:
  • Bring fish sauce and brown sugar to a simmer in a small saucepan, stirring until sugar has dissolved. Blend mixture in a blender along with chiles, ginger, and garlic (use caution when blending hot liquids). Stir in lime juice.
  • Assemble salad:
  • Transfer to a large sieve or colander with a slotted spoon (return water to a boil) and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Drain well. Add sugar to boiling water, then add chicken with marinade and cook, covered, 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let chicken stand in cooking liquid, covered, 30 minutes. Carefully transfer chicken with tongs to a cutting board and let stand until cool enough to handle. Coarsely shred meat (and skin if desired), transferring to a large bowl. Make dressing while chicken cools: Bring fish sauce and brown sugar to a simmer in a small saucepan, stirring until sugar has dissolved. Blend mixture in a blender along with chiles, ginger, and garlic (use caution when blending hot liquids). Stir in lime juice. Assemble salad: Toss vegetables with half of dressing and chicken with remainder. Serve chicken over vegetables and sprinkle with peanuts, basil, and mint. Serve at room temperature or chilled.

VIETNAMESE SALAD ROLLS WITH CHICKEN, SHRIMP AND BEEF



Vietnamese Salad Rolls with Chicken, Shrimp and Beef image

These are like unfried spring rolls and are quite fresh and delicious. Nuoc Cham is a tradtional South East Asian condiment that is served with the salad rolls.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 33

24 rice paper sheets (available in Chinatown)
1 cup fish sauce
4 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
2 teaspoons chili
4 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon ginger
2 tablespoons lemongrass
1/2 tablespoon garlic
2 tablespoons lime
1 tablespoon chili paste
1 tablespoon hoisin
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 small napa cabbage, fine chiffonade
1 cucumber, peeled, seeded and finely julienned
2 red peppers, finely julienned
1 carrot, finely julienned
2 tablespoons ginger, minced
2 to 3 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
2 to 3 tablespoons mint, chopped
2 to 3 tablespoons nuoc cham
4 ounces shredded chicken breast
4 ounces sliced beef sirloin tip
4 ounces coarsely chopped shrimp
12 to 16 small lettuce leaves
10 to 12 sprigs of mint
10 to 12 sprigs of cilantro
1 cucumber, cut into small spears
1/2 cup mung bean sprouts
1 carrot, julienned
10 to 12 chiles (preferably fresh Thai Bird)
10 to 12 lime wedges

Steps:

  • Assemble all ingredients and let stand in a bowl that it may be presented in later.
  • To Assemble and Serve:
  • Soak the rice papers a few at a time in hot water. Have a towel ready to work on and to take up some of the extra moisture.
  • Have your fillings ready and seasoned.
  • Roll a variety of salad rolls (some just chicken, just vegetable, some combos, etc.) until all filling and wrappers are used.
  • Arrange the garnishes on a platter along with the fresh salad rolls and the nuoc cham dipping sauce.
  • Tradition has it that the guests using a lettuce leaf as a cup will garnish his or her own salad roll as they choose and dip into nuoc cham.
  • Cut all vegetables carefully and mix with herbs. Wait to season with nuoc cham until you are ready to roll.
  • Brush chicken, beef and shrimp with marinade and cook, preferably on grill. Cool after grilling.
  • Cut chicken, beef and shrimp into desired size and toss with any leftover marinade to season.

CRUNCHY VIETNAMESE CHICKEN SALAD



Crunchy Vietnamese Chicken Salad image

A Food and Wine magazine staff favorite! Leave the seeds in the serrano chile if you like the heat/spice!

Provided by LifeIsGood

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons asian fish sauce
1 teaspoon asian fish sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, plus lime wedges for serving
1 1/2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
1 tablespoon water
1 serrano chili, minced (with or without seeds, your choice on heat level)
1 small garlic clove, minced
1 cup vegetable oil, for frying
2 large shallots, thinly sliced
kosher salt, to taste
4 cups finely shredded green cabbage (from 1/2 small head)
2 carrots, finely shredded
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup coarsely chopped cilantro
1/4 cup coarsely chopped mint
3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken (from about 1/2 chicken)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons coarsely chopped unsalted dry roasted peanuts

Steps:

  • Stir together the sugar, fish sauce, lime juice, vinegar, water, chile and garlic until the sugar dissolves. Let stand for about 5 minutes.
  • In a small saucepan, heat the oil until shimmering. Add the shallots and cook over med.-high to high heat, stirring, until golden (don't let them burn!) - about 4 minutes or so. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with salt. Let cool.
  • In a big bowl, toss the cabbage, carrots, onion, cilantro, mint and chicken.
  • Add the olive oil and dressing (the sugar, fish sauce, etc -- combination) and toss.
  • Sprinkle with the peanuts and shallots. Serve with the lime wedges.
  • Enjoy!

VIETNAMESE CHICKEN NOODLE SALAD



Vietnamese Chicken Noodle Salad image

Categories     Chicken     Pasta     Dinner

Number Of Ingredients 1

1 batch 3/4 cup sesame seeds ;3/4 cup canola oil ; 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice, plus lime wedges, for serving; 3 tablespoons Asian fish sauce ; 2 garlic cloves, crushed ;2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger; Kosher salt; Freshly ground pepper; 8 ounces rice vermicelli ; chicken meat shredded (about 3 cups) ;2 celery ribs, thinly sliced ;1 carrot, shredded; 2 cups mixed herbs, such as cilantro, basil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°. Spread the sesame seeds on a rimmed baking sheet and toast for about 5 minutes, until golden. Transfer to a food processor. Add the oil, lime juice, fish sauce, garlic, ginger and 3 tablespoons of water. Puree until smooth and season the sauce with salt and pepper.
  • In a large bowl, soak the rice noodles in boiling water until tender, about 5 minutes. Drain and rinse the noodles under running cold water to cool; drain well. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, celery, carrot, herbs and two-thirds of the sesame sauce. Season with salt and pepper and toss to evenly coat. Serve the noodles topped with the chicken salad, along with lime wedges and the remaining sauce on the sid

Tips:

  • Use a Food Processor: Utilizing a food processor can expedite the preparation of the dressing, enabling you to achieve a smooth and homogeneous consistency.
  • Customize Vegetables: Feel free to incorporate your preferred vegetables into the salad. Some suitable options include carrots, cucumbers, red cabbage, or bell peppers.
  • Adjust Dressing to Taste: Tailor the dressing to your liking by adjusting the balance of fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, and garlic. You can also add a touch of chili or lemongrass for an extra layer of flavor.
  • Chill for Optimal Flavor: Allow the salad to chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. This chilling time allows the flavors to meld and develop, resulting in a more satisfying taste.

Conclusion:

In summary, this Vietnamese chicken salad epitomizes the vibrant flavors and textures that define Vietnamese cuisine. With its succulent chicken, crisp vegetables, and aromatic dressing, this salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is sure to impress. Whether served as a light lunch, a vibrant side, or an appetizer to tantalize your taste buds, this salad is a culinary delight that will transport you to the bustling streets of Vietnam.

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