A refreshing Chinese Chicken Salad featuring romaine, roasted chicken breast, water chestnuts, carrots, scallions, red cabbage, crunchy chow mein noodles, and a savory soy-sesame dressing.
1. Roast chicken breast with some salt, pepper, and olive oil at 400°F (200°C) for 35-40 minutes or until the internal temperature reads 165°F (74°C). Let cool. 2. Slice water chestnuts, carrots, scallions, and red cabbage into thin strips (julienne cut); tear romaine into small pieces. Combine these ingredients in a large bowl to create the salad base. 3. With your hands or two forks, shred the cooled chicken into small strips and add to the salad. 4. Top the salad with crunchy chow mein noodles and sesame seeds. 5. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, sugar, garlic powder, and black pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and enjoy!
