Applebees Oriental Chicken Salad Recipe

So today I will be showing you how to whip up this tasty Applebees Oriental Chicken Salad Recipe. If you have been to the Applebees chain then you have most likely tried their iconic salad and loved it.

This tasty salad blends combines greens, juicy mandarin oranges, and crispy chicken, all topped with a delicious oriental dressing.

This recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re cooking for your partner, after a gym session, or for family and friends. It’s a dish that will keep everyone super happy.

This isn’t the first time I’ve shared a copy-cat recipe inspired by the restaurant Applebees, I also shared the tasty Applebee’s Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe.

Once you learn how to make this salad you can stop spending your money at their restaurants and just make a healthier version at the comfort of your own home.

Why You’ll Love This Applebees Oriental Chicken Salad Recipe

This Applebees Oriental Chicken Salad Recipe is perfect for anyone craving their favorite restaurant dish in the comfort of their own home.

One reason why I love this salad recipe so much is because it’s super easy to make with pretty much everyday ingredients.

I personally love this recipe because of it’s lovely blend of flavours and different textures, also it’s versatile enough to mix with many different dishes.

Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 6 cups mixed greens
• 1 cup shredded red cabbage
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1 cup mandarin oranges, drained
• ½ cup sliced almonds
• ½ cup crispy chow mein noodles
• Oriental Dressing

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Skillet
• Mixing bowls
• Tongs
• Chef’s knife
• Cutting board
• Salad spinner
• Serving plates

How to Make Applebees Oriental Chicken Salad Recipe

Step 1:

Sprinkle salt and pepper on the chicken. Roll the chicken in flour, dip it in the eggs, and then cover it with breadcrumbs.

Step 2:

Heat some oil in a pan. Cook the chicken for about 5-6 minutes on each side until it’s golden brown. Let it cool a bit and then cut it into strips.

Step 3:

In a big bowl, mix the greens, red cabbage, carrots, mandarin oranges, almonds, and chow mein noodles.

Step 4:

Put the chicken strips on top of the salad.

Step 5:

Pour the dressing over the salad.

Tips

1. For extra flavor, marinate the chicken breasts in a mixture of soy sauce, garlic, and ginger for 30 minutes before cooking.
2. Make sure you buy fresh greens for this salad as it will make the recipe taste much nicer.
3. You can make the oriental dressing from scratch by combining 1/4 cup rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, and a pinch of grated ginger and garlic.

What pairs with Applebees Oriental Chicken Salad Recipe?

This Applebees Oriental Chicken Salad Recipe can easily be paired with many meals or drinks since it’s only a salad and you might want more carbs or protein.

I personally had this tasty salad with Panda Express Beijing Beef Recipe, since I wanted increase my protein intake for the day and the flavours of both dishes compliment each other really well.

You can also have this salad with a glass of white wine, such as a Sauvignon Blanc, to complement the salad’s tasty flavors.

If you are looking for a non-alcholoic option you can also pair it with a glass of cold Iced Raspberry Leaf Tea or sparkling water.

FAQ

Can I make this recipe gluten-free?

If you want the recipe to be gluten-free you can simply use gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs for the chicken.

Can I use something other then chicken?

Yes feel free to substitute crispy tofu, shrimp, or grilled steak for the chicken.

Can I make the dressing from scratch?

Of course all you need to do is combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create a homemade oriental dressing that tastes amazing.

Conclusion

This Applebee’s Oriental Chicken Salad Recipe is one to whip up especially if you want to control your carbs but still enjoy a tasty meal.

This recipe is great for any occasion and most people will really enjoy it.

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Applebees Oriental Chicken Salad Recipe

Recipe by JuliaCourse: MainCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

40

minutes

Cooking time

30

minutes

Calories

300

kcal

Total time

1

hour 

10

minutes

Skip the restaurant and make Applebees Oriental Chicken Salad Recipe in the comfort of your own kitchen. Enjoy a tasty meal tonight.

Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 2 eggs, beaten

• 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 6 cups mixed greens

• 1 cup shredded red cabbage

• 1 cup shredded carrots

• 1 cup mandarin oranges, drained

• ½ cup sliced almonds

• ½ cup crispy chow mein noodles

• Oriental Dressing

Directions

• Sprinkle salt and pepper on the chicken. Roll the chicken in flour, dip it in the eggs, and then cover it with breadcrumbs.
• Heat some oil in a pan. Cook the chicken for about 5-6 minutes on each side until it's golden brown. Let it cool a bit and then cut it into strips.
• In a big bowl, mix the greens, red cabbage, carrots, mandarin oranges, almonds, and chow mein noodles.
• Put the chicken strips on top of the salad.
• Pour the dressing over the salad.

Notes

• For extra flavor, marinate the chicken breasts in a mixture of soy sauce, garlic, and ginger for 30 minutes before cooking.
• Make sure you buy fresh greens for this salad as it will make the recipe taste much nicer.
• You can make the oriental dressing from scratch by combining 1/4 cup rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, and a pinch of grated ginger and garlic.