Name: Asian Wonton Chicken Salad
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: PT-493483H34M51S
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1/4 cup sugar (to taste); 1/2 cup olive oil + 1 tablespoon water – OR – ½ cup canola oil – OR – ½ cup avocado oil; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup rice vinegar; 1/4 cup cider vinegar; 4 chicken breast halves (baked or grilled); 2 heads red leaf lettuce; 3 10.5-ounce cans mandarin oranges (drained); 2 cucumbers (seeded and diced – OR – two English cucumbers, diced); 1 8-ounce package mushrooms (thinly sliced – optional); 2 8-ounce cans water chestnuts (drained and cut into matchstick pieces); 2 bunches green onions (chopped – green stems only); 3/4 of a 12-ounce package wonton wrappers (sliced into strips and deep fried); 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

Description

This Asian Wonton Chicken Salad is a delightful blend of flavors with tender chicken, crunchy veggies, and a zesty dressing. It’s simple to prepare, making it a fantastic option for a quick meal or a healthy lunch. Enjoy its refreshing taste and satisfying crunch, perfect for those seeking easy, homemade recipes.

Ingredients

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1/4 cup sugar (to taste)
1/2 cup olive oil + 1 tablespoon water – OR – ½ cup canola oil – OR – ½ cup avocado oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
4 chicken breast halves (baked or grilled)
2 heads red leaf lettuce
3 10.5-ounce cans mandarin oranges (drained)
2 cucumbers (seeded and diced – OR – two English cucumbers, diced)
1 8-ounce package mushrooms (thinly sliced – optional)
2 8-ounce cans water chestnuts (drained and cut into matchstick pieces)
2 bunches green onions (chopped – green stems only)
3/4 of a 12-ounce package wonton wrappers (sliced into strips and deep fried)
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then bake or grill until fully cooked. Cube the chicken once done.
Wash and chop the red leaf lettuce.
In a large bowl, combine the chopped lettuce with mandarin oranges, diced cucumbers, mushrooms (if using), chicken, and water chestnuts. Toss to mix and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Just before serving, drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad and toss gently. Serve the wonton strips on the side for added crunch.
For the dressing, blend all dressing ingredients in a blender or shaker. Do not refrigerate dressing before use; if leftovers are stored, bring to room temperature before adding to the salad.
Ensure the salad dressing is fairly thin. If using olive oil, you may add up to 2 tablespoons of water to achieve the desired consistency.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate in the dressing before cooking.
Wonton strips can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container to maintain crispness.
Feel free to customize the salad with your favorite veggies or proteins.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/6 of salad
Calories: 350
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 13g
Cholesterol: 55mg