Asian Inspired Chicken Salad
Fresh, crunchy, colorful, and packed with bold flavor.
If you’re looking for a salad that actually feels exciting, this Asian Inspired Chicken Salad delivers on every level. Crisp cabbage, crunchy cucumbers, tender shredded chicken, and loads of fresh herbs are tossed together with golden crispy rice and a vibrant chili lime dressing that hits the perfect balance of savory, tangy, sweet, and spicy.
Every bite is layered with texture and flavor—from cool, crunchy vegetables to warm crispy rice and bright herbs that make the whole bowl feel fresh and satisfying.
It’s light but filling, simple yet elevated, and exactly the kind of meal you’ll crave on repeat.
And just like everything we create—from a thoughtfully curated cookie gift box to a fun cookie decorating kit—we believe food should feel joyful, intentional, and made to share. At our feeling good bakery, we take pride in our process, our facility, our team, our products, and our mission to give back. We bake integrity into everything we do.
Why You’ll Love This Asian Inspired Chicken Salad
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Fresh, crunchy, and full of texture
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Sweet, savory, tangy, and slightly spicy
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High-protein and satisfying
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Perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep
Pair it with one of our dessert boxes or a curated cookie assortment for the ultimate balanced meal.
Ingredients
Salad
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2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
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2 Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced
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1 cup green cabbage, shredded
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1 cup red cabbage, shredded
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½ cup shredded carrots
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¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
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⅓ cup fresh basil
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⅓ cup fresh mint
Crispy Rice
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1 cup cooked white rice, cooled
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1 tbsp avocado oil
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2 tsp tamari or soy sauce
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1 tsp chili crisp
Chili Lime Dressing
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3 tbsp fresh lime juice
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2 tbsp tamari or soy sauce
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1 tbsp honey or coconut sugar
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1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
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1 tsp chili crisp
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1 clove garlic, finely grated
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2 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
The Method
1. Make the Crispy Rice
Preheat oven to 375°F.
Toss cooled rice with avocado oil, tamari, and chili crisp. Spread onto a lined baking sheet and bake for 25–30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until golden and crispy.
Let cool slightly.
2. Make the Dressing
Whisk together lime juice, tamari, honey or coconut sugar, sesame oil, chili crisp, garlic, and ginger.
Taste and adjust as needed.
3. Build the Salad
In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, green cabbage, red cabbage, carrots, cucumber, red onion, basil, and mint.
4. Toss Everything Together
Add crispy rice and drizzle with dressing. Toss well to combine.
5. Finish & Serve
Top with extra fresh herbs and serve immediately for maximum crunch.
Enjoy!! Xo
Tips for the Best Chicken Salad
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Use cold, day-old rice
It crisps up much better in the oven. -
Don’t overdress the salad
Start with less dressing and add more as needed. -
Serve immediately after tossing
This keeps the crispy rice crunchy. -
Use fresh herbs generously
Basil and mint completely transform the flavor. -
Customize it
Add avocado, edamame, peanuts, or crispy wontons for extra texture.
Make It a Full Experience
This salad is fresh and satisfying on its own, but every meal deserves something sweet. Pair it with mini cookies, a curated dessert box, or one of our signature cookie gift boxes to turn lunch or dinner into something extra special.
Looking for thoughtful gifts or monthly treats? Explore our cookie subscription box, brownie subscription box, or join our cookie of the month club. From bulk cookies for parties to curated vegan gifts, we make every occasion a little sweeter.
Final Thoughts
This Asian Inspired Chicken Salad is proof that salads don’t have to be boring. It’s bold, crunchy, fresh, and packed with flavor in every bite.
The crispy rice alone is worth making—but together with the herbs, chicken, and chili lime dressing? Completely irresistible.