Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
3.5 lb

boneless skinless chicken breasts

cooked, shredded

3 unit

ramen noodles

crushed

0.5 cup

almonds

sliced

0.5 cup

sunflower seeds

shelled

0.25 cup

sesame seeds

0.5 cup

butter

melted

1 unit

iceberg lettuce

shredded

1 unit

red leaf lettuce

shredded

8 unit

green onions

chopped

1 cup

canola oil

0.33 cup

cider vinegar

0.5 cup

sugar

1 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

pepper

Step 1
~4 min

Prepare the dressing by mixing the canola oil, cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate until chilled.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 2
~4 min

Cook the chicken breasts using your preferred method (boiling in chicken broth is suggested).

Step 3
~4 min

Allow the cooked chicken to cool completely, then shred or cube it.

Step 4
~4 min

In a large skillet, melt butter.

Step 5
~4 min

Crush the ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets).

Step 6
~4 min

Add the crushed ramen noodles, almonds, sunflower seeds, and sesame seeds to the melted butter.

Step 7
~4 min

Stir frequently until the mixture turns golden brown.

Step 8
~4 min

Remove the ramen mixture from the skillet and cool completely.

Step 9
~4 min

Shred or tear the iceberg and red leaf lettuce and place them in a large bowl.

Step 10
~4 min

Add the chopped green onions to the bowl with the lettuce.

Step 11
~4 min

Combine the lettuce mix, cooled ramen mix, chilled chicken, and dressing in the large bowl.

Step 12
~4 min

Mix well and serve chilled.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Toast the nuts and seeds carefully to avoid burning.

Add a touch of ginger to the dressing for extra flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The salad components can be prepped ahead of time and assembled just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled.

Serve as a main course or side dish.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spring rolls
Egg rolls

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Americanized version of Chinese cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Potlucks
Summer gatherings

Occasion Tags

Summer
Potluck
Party

Popularity Score

75/100

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