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Sweet and Sour Chicken Salad Recipe

Sweet and Sour Chicken Salad Recipe

This yummy sweet and sour chicken salad is perfect for a quick, tasty dinner. It's got chicken, crunchy veggies, and a tangy dressing. Plus, it's dairy-free and gluten-free! It's super easy to make, doesn't cost much. Adding chicken makes it taste delicious, and the veggies add a satisfying crunch. And the best part? It's healthy too! Give it a try for sure!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 7
Calories 385 kcal

Equipment

  • Large miing bowl
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife
  • Mixing spoon

Ingredients
  

For Salad:

  • 5-6 cups Cooked chicken chopped
  • 6 cups chopped Spring Lettuce Mix
  • 1/2 cup chopped Purple cabbage
  • 1/2-1 cup shredded Carrots
  • 1/2 cup Bean sprouts
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped Green onions
  • 1/2 cup sliced Water Chestnuts
  • 16 ounces drained Mandarin oranges
  • 1/2 cup Slivered Almonds
  • 2 packages Snack Ramen noodles (don't use the sauce packet)

Dressing:

  • 2 tbsp Sweet & sour sauce
  • 1 1/2 tsp Soy sauce
  • 3/4 cup seasoned Rice vinegar
  • 2 tsp Sugar
  • 2 1/2 tbsp Sesame oil
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable oil
  • Dash of salt
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper

Instructions
 

  • Put chicken, lettuce, cabbage, carrots, bean sprouts, green onions, water chestnuts, Mandarin oranges, and almonds in a big bowl. Keep it aside.
  • Crush the Ramen noodles and add them to the salad just before you serve it.

Sweet & Sour Chicken Salad Dressing:

  • Mix all dressing ingredients in a shaker bottle or blender until smooth.

Notes

  • To add more carbs and fibre, mix in cooked rice or quinoa.
  • For extra crunch and flavour, add chopped peanuts or cashews.
  • If you like it spicy, sprinkle in some red pepper flakes.