Rachel Waters
@rachelwat
Spicy Chicken Noodle Salad
A refreshing and flavorful chicken noodle salad with a spicy twist, perfect for a light meal or a side dish. This salad combines tender chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a zesty dressing, making it a delightful option for any occasion.
Details
- Cuisine:asian
- Diet:high-protein
- Difficulty:easy
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:bbq
- Ingredients:17
- Views:4
Recipe Information
- Prep time25 min.
- Cook time15 min.
- Total time40 min.
- Servings4
Ingredients
- 3 cloves, crushed
- 1/2 cup
- 1 tablespoon
- 1 tablespoon
- 1 tablespoon
- 1 tablespoon
- 1 tablespoon
- 1 teaspoon
- 1
- 8 ounces
- 1 cup
- 1, thinly sliced
- 4, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup
- 1/3 cup
- 1/3 cup
- 1/3 cup
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Spicy Chicken Noodle Salad.
Step 1
In a mixing bowl, combine crushed garlic, seasoned rice vinegar, soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, Sriracha, hoisin sauce, and sesame oil to craft a flavorful dressing.
Step 2
Shred the cooked chicken breast into strands resembling spaghetti and chill it in the refrigerator until needed.
Step 3
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil, then add the spaghetti.
Step 4
Cook according to the package instructions, stirring occasionally, until al dente, which should take about 12 minutes.
Step 5
Once cooked, drain the spaghetti and rinse it under cold water to halt the cooking process.
Step 6
In a spacious mixing bowl, blend the cooled spaghetti with the shredded chicken, grated carrots, sliced red bell pepper, and sliced green onions.
Step 7
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until well mixed.
Step 8
Cover the salad with plastic wrap and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or up to 12 hours for maximum flavor, tossing occasionally to ensure even distribution.
Step 9
Just before serving, sprinkle in the chopped peanuts, fresh basil, mint, and cilantro.
Step 10
Toss again to combine, then taste and adjust the seasoning as desired.
Step 11
Enjoy this vibrant salad that brings together a medley of flavors and textures, perfect for any occasion.