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Gluten Free Chinese Chicken Salad

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This gluten-free Chinese Chicken Salad is an easy dish made with coleslaw mix, mandarins, chicken, and a simple dressing! It’s the perfect balance between fresh and flavorful veggies, and a nostalgic, comforting vibe.
Course Main Dishes
Cuisine Asian Inspired
Keyword Chinese Chicken Salad
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 365
Author Michelle

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 2 tbsp coconut aminos
  • 2 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • ¾ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper omit for AIP
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 3 cups coleslaw mix
  • ¼ cup shredded carrots
  • ¼ cup slivered almonds omit for AIP
  • 2 mandarins peeled and sectioned
  • 2 chicken breasts cooked and cubed
  • 2 tbsp green onion chopped

Instructions

  • Prepare the dressing by combining the avocado oil, coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Whisk and set aside.
  • Using a large bowl, combine the coleslaw mix, shredded carrots, almond, mandarin, and chicken. Toss to combine.
  • Add the dressing and toss to coat. Top with green onion.
  • Allow to sit and chill for 30 minutes in the fridge before serving fresh.

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Notes

Speed up the recipe with precut carrots, or precooked rotisserie chicken! 

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 365kcal | Carbohydrates: 23.5g | Protein: 34.5g | Fat: 15.4g | Fiber: 5g