Cheesecake Factory Chinese Chicken Salad Recipe
The Cheesecake Factory Chinese Chicken Salad Recipe is very tasty. It has soft chicken, fresh veggies and yummy dressing. The salad is light, colorful and full of flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 cooked chicken breasts grilled or shredded
- 4 cups chopped lettuce
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1/2 cup crispy chow mein noodles
- 2 green onions chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro leaves
For the dressing:
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- A little salt and pepper
Instructions
Cook the Chicken
- Grill or cook the chicken until golden. Let it cool, then slice it into small pieces. You can also use leftover chicken.
Make the Dressing
- Take a small bowl. Add rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, olive oil, ginger, and garlic. Mix them well. Add salt and pepper as you like.
Prepare the Veggies
- Cut the lettuce and green onions. Shred the cabbage and carrots. Keep all the veggies fresh and crispy.
Mix the Salad
- Take a big bowl. Add lettuce, cabbage, carrots, green onions, and cilantro. Mix them gently.
Add the Chicken
- Add the sliced chicken to the bowl. Pour the dressing on top. Mix everything again until the salad is covered in dressing.
Add Crunchy Toppings
- Put chow mein noodles and almonds on top. They make the salad extra crunchy and tasty.
Serve and Enjoy
- Serve the salad in bowls. You can add more dressing if you want. Eat it fresh and enjoy!
Notes
- Use fresh veggies for the best crunch.
- Grill the chicken for better taste.
- You can make the dressing early and keep it in the fridge.
- Add dressing right before you eat.
- Keep the salad in the fridge for 10 minutes before serving.