Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsSophie's KitchenMandarin Chicken Salad Recipe

Mandarin Chicken Salad Recipe

Inspired by Sophie's Kitchen
Time30m
Serves4

Sesame dressing, grilled chicken, lettuce, celery, cabbage, carrots, green onions, cashews and cilantro

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Grill the Chicken

    Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill over medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked. Let it rest before slicing.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Chop the lettuce, slice the celery, shred the cabbage, and julienne the carrots. Chop the green onions and cilantro.

  3. 3

    Make the Dressing

    In a bowl, combine sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and minced garlic. Whisk until well blended.

  4. 4

    Assemble the Salad

    In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, celery, cabbage, carrots, green onions, and cilantro. Add the grilled chicken on top and drizzle with sesame dressing.

  5. 5

    Finish with Cashews

    Sprinkle the cashews over the salad before serving.

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