Go Back
+ servings
Bang Bang Chicken Salad

Bang Bang Chicken Salad: Fresh & Spicy Flavor Explosion

This Bang Bang Chicken Salad features a fresh, spicy flavor explosion with crispy vegetables and tender chicken, ideal for meal prep and busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Choose high-quality brands like Duke’s or Kewpie.
  • 1/4 cup Tahini Stir well before measuring.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use tamari for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Oil Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Crisp Add more for extra heat.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Light Brown Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Toasted Sesame Oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger Grated.
For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cubed or Shredded Cooked Chicken Rotisserie chicken is a convenient choice.
  • 1 cup Fresh Mung Bean Sprouts
  • 2 cups Red Cabbage Shredded.
  • 2 cups Romaine Hearts Chopped.
  • 1/2 cup Scallions Chopped.
  • 1 cup Sliced English Cucumber Peeled or unpeeled as preferred.
  • 1 cup Ribbon-Cut or Julienned Carrots
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Peanuts Use dry-roasted, lightly salted peanuts.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Tongs or large spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Bang Bang Chicken Salad
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, tahini, soy sauce, chili oil, chili crisp, rice vinegar, light brown sugar, toasted sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Mix until smooth and creamy. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded red cabbage, chopped romaine hearts, shredded or cubed cooked chicken, fresh mung bean sprouts, chopped scallions, sliced English cucumber, and ribbon-cut carrots. Toss gently to mix.
  3. Once the dressing is ready, drizzle it over the salad mixture and gently toss until every piece is evenly coated.
  4. Transfer the salad to a serving platter or bowls and sprinkle with chopped peanuts and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor and nutrition. Adjust the spiciness according to your preference.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!