What’s Better than Applebees Oriental Chicken Salad? Enjoying all the flavor with less than half the fat and calories. Less than 500 calories and 29g fat.
½headabut 4 cups Napa cabbage, sliced to whatever thickness you like
½package coleslaw mix
2cupsiceberg lettucesliced like the cabbage (gives a nice fresh crunch) or romaine lettuce
½red bell peppersliced thinly into 2-inch lengths
3green onionsthinly sliced
¼cupcilantro leaves
½cupChinese style Chow Mein Noodles
¼cuptoasted almond slices
4breaded and fried chicken tendersfrom the deli, or make them yourself
Instructions
In a large bowl mix together the Napa cabbage, coleslaw mix, lettuce, bell pepper, onions, and cilantro leaves with just enough dressing to lightly coat them. Divide the salad into two large serving plates. Cut the tenders thinly and place on top of the salad, (save remaining dressing in the refrigerator for another use) then sprinkle the Chow Mein noodles and almonds over the top. Serve with additional dressing on the side, if desired.
Notes
Find the recipe for Low-Fat Honey Mustard Dressing here
Keyword Applebees copycat salad, fried chicken salad with cabbage, low-fat chicken salad, main course salad