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Ina Garten Chinese Chicken Salad Recipe

Ina Garten Chinese Chicken Salad
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Chinese Chicken Salad is a refreshing combination of shredded chicken, crispy vegetables, and a tangy dressing made with soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Ina Garten’s version adds a gourmet twist with fresh ingredients and a perfectly balanced dressing, creating a dish that’s both simple and elegant.

Ingredients

For the Salad:

  • Chicken breasts: 4 boneless, skinless (cooked and shredded).
  • Napa cabbage: 4 cups, thinly shredded.
  • Red bell pepper: 1, julienned.
  • Carrots: 2 medium, julienned or shredded.
  • Scallions: 4, thinly sliced.
  • Cilantro: 1/4 cup, chopped.
  • Toasted sesame seeds: 2 tablespoons (optional, for garnish).

For the Dressing:

  • Soy sauce: 1/4 cup.
  • Rice vinegar: 3 tablespoons.
  • Sesame oil: 2 tablespoons.
  • Honey: 1 tablespoon.
  • Fresh ginger: 1 tablespoon, grated.
  • Garlic: 1 clove, minced.
  • Vegetable oil: 1/4 cup.
  • Salt and pepper: To taste.

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken

  • Cook the chicken breasts by poaching, grilling, or roasting until fully cooked. Let them cool, then shred into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2: Chop the Vegetables

  • Thinly shred the Napa cabbage, julienne the bell pepper and carrots, and slice the scallions. Place the vegetables in a large mixing bowl along with the shredded chicken.

Step 3: Make the Dressing

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, vegetable oil, salt, and pepper until well combined.

Step 4: Toss the Salad

  • Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetables. Toss gently to coat everything evenly.

Step 5: Garnish and Serve

  • Sprinkle the salad with toasted sesame seeds and chopped cilantro for garnish. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before serving.

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