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Crispy Wonton Rotisserie Chicken Salad

Crispy Wonton Rotisserie Chicken Salad for Effortless Freshness

A refreshing Crispy Wonton Rotisserie Chicken Salad, perfect for busy weeknights, combining rotisserie chicken, avocado, crispy wontons, and a zesty dressing.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 1/4 cup toasted sesame oil Swap with olive oil if preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons honey Substitute with maple syrup for vegan option.
  • 2 tablespoons orange or apricot jam Feel free to use any fruit jam you love.
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice Fresh is always best.
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest Omit if you don't have it.
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar White vinegar works as a substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger Ground ginger can be used if fresh isn't available.
  • 1 clove garlic Fresh is great, but roasted offers an interesting twist.
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric Skip for milder flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds Poppy seeds make a great substitute.
Salad
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage or kale Any greens can be used.
  • 2 cups cooked shredded rotisserie chicken Leftovers work well.
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro or Thai basil Parsley can be used instead.
  • 1/2 cup sliced jalapeños Add based on spice preference.
  • 1-2 pieces avocados Diced cucumber is a lower-fat alternative.
  • 1/2 cup roasted salted cashews Peanuts may be used if preferred.
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions Chives can be used for flavor.
  • 1 cup crispy wontons Store-bought or homemade.

Equipment

  • glass jar
  • large salad bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a glass jar, combine the dressing ingredients and shake until well mixed.
  2. In a large salad bowl, combine the salad base ingredients and drizzle half of the dressing over it.
  3. Add the avocados, cashews, and green onions to the salad, then drizzle remaining dressing.
  4. Garnish with crispy wontons and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover salad components separately to maintain freshness. Dressing can be kept for up to a week.

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