Yoof’s Oriental Chicken Salad

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 1

Yoof's Oriental Chicken Salad recipe - A flavorful and healthy salad that’s perfect for a light and refreshing meal or snack

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 roasted deli chicken
	2 -3 green onions with tops
	1 can water chestnuts , sliced
	2 tablespoons sesame seeds
	1 jar pimientos or ( 5 ounce ) jar roasted red peppers
	3 -4 tablespoons mayonnaise ( or to taste )
	1 teaspoon lemon thyme leaves , fresh
	1 can chow mein noodles

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

340

Sugar

Fat

17g

Yoof's Oriental Chicken Salad is a delightful and refreshing salad loaded with flavors and textures that make it a great snack or meal option. The recipe is quick to prepare, taking less than 30 minutes, and doesn't require any special techniques or equipment to make. It's a perfect way to enjoy a light and healthy meal option which is also filling and delicious. This salad is also a great way to make use of leftover deli chicken, making it an economical choice for meal prep or as part of a wholesome lunch box for kids.

Instructions

1.	Remove the meat from the roasted deli chicken and cut into bite-sized pieces.
2.	Cut the green onions, including tops, into small pieces and add to a mixing bowl.
3.	Add the sliced water chestnuts, sesame seeds, and pimientos/roasted red peppers to the mixing bowl.
4.	Add the mayonnaise and lemon thyme leaves to the mixing bowl and mix all ingredients together thoroughly.
5.	Add the chicken bite-sized pieces to the mixing bowl and continue to mix until all ingredients have been coated evenly.
6.	Toss in the can of chow mein noodles and mix gently.

PROS

Yoof’s Oriental Chicken Salad is packed full of flavor and texture, making for a tasty and filling meal that is easy and quick to prepare.

It is a great source of protein and has a good balance of carbs and healthy fats as well.

CONS

This salad contains mayonnaise and chow mein noodles which are high in calories and should be consumed in moderation.

Care should also be taken to avoid over-indulging in this salad as it can leave you feeling bloated and too full.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Oriental Chicken Salad is a great source of protein with the chicken and sesame seeds being packed with essential vitamins and minerals.
The dish is also loaded with veggies like green onions and water chestnuts which add to the fiber content making it a healthy and filling meal.
The use of lemon thyme leaves not only adds flavor but also helps with digestion.