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Asian Ramen Chicken Chopped Salad
5 from 21 votes

Asian Ramen Chicken Chopped Salad

Asian Ramen Chicken Chopped Salad combines tender shredded chicken with crunchy toasted ramen noodle pieces, sliced almonds, and shredded green and purple cabbage. The salad is brightened by matchstick carrots and scallions, all tossed in a tangy, slightly sweet dressing featuring apple cider vinegar and soy sauce. Toasting the noodles and almonds adds a toasty crunch that contrasts with the crisp fresh vegetables.

Prep Time
30 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast cooked and shredded or chopped, boneless skinless
  • 2 (3 oz) pkgs. ramen noodles seasoning packet discarded, dry
  • 3/4 cup almonds sliced
  • 5 cups green cabbage 12 oz, chop into thin shreds, shredded
  • 2 cups purple cabbage 5 oz, chop into thin shreds, shredded
  • 1 carrot 3/4 cup, large, peeled and chopped into matchsticks
  • 4 green onions , sliced (about 1/2 cup)
  • 2 Tbsp sesame seeds toasted
Dressing
  • 1/2 cup canola oil
  • 1/4 cup + 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp soy sauce (not low-sodium)
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp dried ginger
  • salt to taste

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Crumble ramen into small pieces and place on baking sheet along with almonds, spread into an even layer. Bake in preheated oven until golden, tossing once halfway through baking, about 6 - 8 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  2. In a mixing bowl whisk together all of the dressing ingredients until well blended while seasoning with salt to taste, set aside.
  3. To a large bowl add green cabbage, purple cabbage, carrots, green onions, chicken, toasted ramen and almonds and sesame seeds. Drizzle dressing over top and toss to evenly coat. Serve right away for crunchiest results.

Notes

  • For convenience, a 16 oz coleslaw mix can replace the fresh chopped cabbages and carrot, though fresh chopped vegetables offer more purple cabbage and texture.
  • Adding a small amount of sesame oil to the dressing can deepen the flavor profile.