ASIAN SPINACH CHICKEN SALAD

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"Though we don't usually care for Asian food, this delightful salad is the exception!" says Marlene Roberts from Moore, Oklahoma. "It's an easy dish for a busy weeknight dinner."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

6 teaspoons sesame oil, divided
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Dash ground ginger
1 boneless skinless chicken breast (6 ounces), cut into 1-inch cubes
1-1/2 cups fresh baby spinach
2 tablespoons shredded carrot
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1-3/4 cups chow mein noodles
1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine 4 teaspoons sesame oil, vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, salt, cayenne and ginger; shake well. Cover and refrigerate until serving., In a small skillet, saute chicken in remaining oil until golden brown; set aside and keep warm. In a small bowl, combine the spinach, carrot and onions. Shake dressing and pour over salad; toss to coat., Divide chow mein noodles between two plates; top with salad mixture and chicken. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 451 calories, Fat 28g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 444mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein.