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    Home » Internationally Inspired Recipes » Asian Inspired Recipes

    Published: Jul 28, 2014 · Modified: May 11, 2022 by Renée · This post may contain affiliate links · 26 Comments

    Sesame Chicken Salad

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    Sesame Chicken Salad is a deliciously light, yet crispy coated pan-fried chicken served with a tangy dipping sauce and slaw.

    Sesame Chicken Salad Recipe via kudoskitchenbyrenee.com
     

    *Disclaimer - This recipe was originally published in 2014. I'm working hard to update all my older recipes with recipe cards and additional recipe information, but getting to all of them will take time. Please bear with me. In the meantime let me assure you that this recipe is still a winner and one I'm sure you'll be well pleased with when you make it at home.

    Sesame Chicken Salad Recipe via kudoskitchenbyrenee.com
     

    I adapted Sarah's original recipe by making an Asian-inspired dressing for the coleslaw instead of making a pan sauce, and also by using that dressing as a dipping sauce for the chicken.

    Other than that, I followed her recipe and instructions for breading and frying the chicken. The lightness of this batter is incredible, and surprisingly it only takes two simple ingredients; egg whites and cornstarch.

    The only thing negative I encountered was some excessive spitting and sputtering of the hot oil as the chicken was cooking but I'm pretty sure that was because I used too much oil.

    Oh well, I guess I didn't follow Sarah's instructions all that well, so don't be like me, and use what the recipe calls for! *wink*

    SESAME CHICKEN SALAD   {PRINT THIS RECIPE}
    Servings: 4      Prep Time: 15 minutes      Cook Time: 15 minutes



    For the slaw:
    3 cups shredded cabbage
    1 carrot, shredded
    ½ medium red onion shredded
    ½ teaspoon salt
    ¼ teaspoon pepper

    For the dressing:
    ½ cup mayonnaise
    3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
    3 tablespoons honey
    1 teaspoon ground ginger
    ½ teaspoon sesame oil
    1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
    1 clove of garlic, minced
    dash red pepper flakes

    For the chicken:
    2 large chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
    4 egg whites
    4 tablespoons cornstarch
    ½ teaspoon salt
    ¼ teaspoon pepper
    3 tablespoons canola oil
    honey to drizzle
    sesame seeds to garnish

    -Place the slaw ingredients in a large bowl. Mix.
    -Meanwhile in a medium bowl whisk together all the dressing ingredients until smooth and creamy.
    -Pour half of the dressing over the slaw and mix well to combine. Refrigerate the slaw and the remaining dressing until ready to eat.
    -Whisk together the egg whites and cornstarch until the cornstarch is completely dissolved.
    -Place the cut-up chicken into the egg white mixture and stir to coat each piece.
    -Working in batches, in a large, high-sided skillet over medium-high heat, carefully pan fry the chicken pieces in the oil on both sides until deeply golden in color. *Note - have a splatter screen handy in case of spitting and sputtering oil.
    -Remove the cooked chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to continue pan frying the remaining chicken.
    -To assemble the salad, place some of the slaw in the bottom of a bowl and top with the cooked chicken.
    -Drizzle the chicken with honey and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
    -Serve and enjoy!

     

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    Comments

    1. Susan Pridmore says

      August 02, 2014 at 6:50 pm

      What a great pick this month! I'm trying more and more Asian dishes, and love this one!

      Reply
    2. Rebekah Hills says

      August 02, 2014 at 4:17 pm

      I am definitely saving that - it looks like a PERFECT meal! What a fantastic pick this month for SRC!

      Reply
    3. Paula says

      July 30, 2014 at 7:37 pm

      Loving the look of this Sesame Chicken Salad and your Sushi Painted Wine Glass is great!

      Reply
    4. Tara says

      July 30, 2014 at 1:14 am

      This looks delicious! I will definitely need to try it. Also, love that glass!

      Reply
    5. Lauren says

      July 29, 2014 at 7:51 pm

      what a great idea for a salad! I love this!

      Reply
    6. Sarah | Curious Cuisiniere says

      July 29, 2014 at 7:06 pm

      Thanks for your lovely words Renee! I'm so glad you loved the recipe. (And thanks for reminding me about this one. We need to make it again soon!) Your chicken salad looks amazing!

      Reply
    7. valmg @ From Val's Kitchen says

      July 29, 2014 at 6:27 pm

      That wine glass is pretty! I have an uncle that loves all things sesame, he'd love this.

      Reply
    8. Avril says

      July 29, 2014 at 6:19 pm

      Oh my yumminess! This salad looks just fabulous! Thank you, THANK you for making such an amazing SRC pick! I can't wait to make it myself 🙂

      Reply
    9. A says

      July 29, 2014 at 5:14 pm

      YUM! This looks sooo delicious! I really dig Asian flavors so this would be a perfect weeknight dinner for me!

      Reply
    10. Ginny McMeans says

      July 29, 2014 at 4:56 pm

      Looks so delicious and your sauce sounds wonderful!

      Reply
    11. Nutmeg Nanny says

      July 29, 2014 at 1:06 pm

      I really wish I wasn't allergic to sesame oil because this looks amazing!

      Reply
    12. Couscous & Consciousness says

      July 29, 2014 at 7:36 am

      I love Asian flavours, and I know we would really enjoy this dish. Love the Asian inspired dressing you chose for your slaw, and that you used the same dressing for a dipping sauce. Cute glasses too, by the way 🙂
      Sue

      Reply
    13. Meseidy says

      July 29, 2014 at 4:29 am

      I love Asian inspired salads!

      Reply
    14. Emily says

      July 28, 2014 at 10:31 pm

      This is the most perfect summertime dinner. I love sesame chicken. This looks way healthier than my take out. Happy Reveal Day!

      Reply
    15. Back for Seconds says

      July 28, 2014 at 8:40 pm

      Mmmmm looks terrific!

      Reply
    16. Karen Kerr says

      July 28, 2014 at 7:44 pm

      That looks soooooo delicious!! Fabulous pick!

      Reply
    17. Paula-bell'alimento says

      July 28, 2014 at 7:19 pm

      This is a salad I can get behind!

      Reply
    18. Melissa @ Fried Ice and Donut Holes says

      July 28, 2014 at 2:09 pm

      This chicken sounds delicious!! The glasses are absolutely beautiful! You are so talented!!! Great pick this month 🙂

      Reply
    19. Ashley @ Wishes and Dishes says

      July 28, 2014 at 5:44 pm

      I also love Asian flavors so I'm all over this!

      Reply
    20. Kim (Feed Me, Seymour) says

      July 28, 2014 at 5:34 pm

      I love this, so yummy! I'd absolutely bring this for lunch. 🙂

      Reply
    21. Jess @ Flying on Jess Fuel says

      July 28, 2014 at 5:18 pm

      Yum!! I love Chinese Chicken Salads and this one looks amazing! That sushi glass is sooooo adorable!!

      Reply
    22. Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious says

      July 28, 2014 at 5:06 pm

      Is it dinnertime yet? Great SRC pick!

      Reply
    23. claire @ the realistic nutritionist says

      July 28, 2014 at 3:00 pm

      This looks absolutely incredible!!

      Reply
    24. Wendy Klik says

      July 28, 2014 at 1:28 pm

      Hi Renee, First let me comment on the recipe....what a great choice, I cannot wait to give it a try. Now let me tell you those glasses are just adorable. I am leaving this page right now and going over to your art page!!

      Reply
      • SallyBR says

        July 28, 2014 at 1:59 pm

        Well, I could not figure out how to enter a comment, so I resort to replying to yours, Wendy 😉

        Great recipe, but I really fell in love with your sushi painted glasses, so cute!

        Reply
    25. Brenda@SugarFreeMom says

      July 28, 2014 at 1:09 pm

      Love this recipe and also love it doesn't contain soy sauce which my oldest is allergic too!

      Reply

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