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Crispy Wonton Rotisserie Chicken Salad.

This Crispy Wonton Rotisserie Chicken Salad is bursting with vibrant flavors, fresh herbs, and irresistible crunch from crispy wontons. Perfect for easy, flavorful meals!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Keyword: Crunchy, Easy, Healthy, Quick, Rotisserie Chicken
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

Dressing

  • 1/4 cup Toasted Sesame Oil cold-pressed preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Honey
  • 2 tablespoons Orange or Apricot Jam
  • 1/3 cup Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest
  • 3 tablespoons Rice Vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh Ginger grated
  • 1-2 cloves Garlic grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Turmeric

Salad Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds toasted
  • 4 cups Shredded Cabbage and Kale mixed
  • 2 cups Cooked Shredded Rotisserie Chicken plain, unsalted
  • 1 cup Chopped Cilantro or Thai Basil fresh
  • 2 Jalapeños seeded if desired, chopped
  • 2 Avocados sliced
  • 1/3 cup Roasted Salted Cashews chopped
  • 1/3 cup Chopped Green Onions
  • 2 cups Crispy Wontons store-bought or homemade

Instructions

Dressing Preparation

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup toasted sesame oil, 2 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons orange or apricot jam, 1/3 cup freshly squeezed orange juice, 1 tablespoon orange zest, 3 tablespoons rice vinegar, 2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger, 1-2 cloves grated garlic, and 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric until smooth and honey and jam dissolve.

Toasting Sesame Seeds

  • In a small dry skillet over medium heat, toast 2 tablespoons sesame seeds until golden and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid burning. Remove from heat and set aside.

Salad Assembly

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 cups shredded cabbage and kale, 1 cup chopped cilantro or Thai basil, 2 chopped jalapeños (seeded if desired), 1/3 cup chopped green onions, and 1/3 cup chopped roasted salted cashews. Toss lightly to combine.
  • Add 2 cups cooked shredded rotisserie chicken to the vegetable mixture, then gently fold in 2 sliced avocados without mashing.
  • Pour dressing over salad ingredients and toss gently to coat evenly. Adjust seasoning with salt or more vinegar if desired.
  • Just before serving, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and 2 cups crispy wontons over the top. Serve immediately to enjoy full crunch.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Zester or microplane
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Chef’s knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Serving Bowl or Plates

Notes

  • For less heat, omit jalapeños or remove their seeds and membranes.
  • Make crispy wontons from scratch by baking or frying wonton wrappers until golden and crisp.
  • Store salad and dressing separately from wontons to keep crunch when meal prepping.
  • Swap kale for baby spinach or arugula for a lighter salad in warmer seasons.
  • Use mango chutney or marmalade if orange jam is unavailable for similar sweetness.