Applebee's Asian Chicken Salad Dressing
Applebee’s Asian Chicken Salad Dressing has become a favored staple for those who enjoy a blend of East meets West in their salads. Known for its tangy and slightly sweet flavor profile, this dressing adds a unique dimension to the traditional salad.
Equipment
- Small bowl
- Whisk or fork for mixing
- Salad bowl for assembly
- Cutting board and knife for preparing ingredients
- Frying pan or oven for cooking breaded chicken, if not use pre-cooked tenders
Ingredients
Dressing:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 6 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Salad:
- Mixed greens typically romaine and iceberg lettuce
- Sliced almonds
- Chopped red cabbage
- Chow mein noodles
- Breaded and cut chicken tenders or grilled chicken slices
Instructions
Whisk the Mixture:
- In a small bowl, vigorously whisk together mayonnaise, honey, rice vinegar, Dijon mustard, toasted sesame oil, and kosher salt until the mixture is thoroughly combined and smooth.
Refrigerate:
- Transfer the dressing to an airtight container and place it in the refrigerator to chill. This process allows the flavors to meld together, resulting in a more cohesive taste.
Prepare the Salad Components:
- Chicken: For those who prefer grilled chicken, season the chicken breast and cook it until done.
- Alternatively, use breaded chicken strips or cut chicken breast into long strips, dredging each strip in an egg mixture, and frying until golden brown.
- Salad Base: Toss your choice of salad greens, such as chopped red cabbage and shredded carrots, with almonds and chow mein noodles in a salad bowl.
- Combine: Once the chicken is cooked and sliced into strips, add them to the salad.
Notes
Nutritional Facts:
Applebee's Oriental Salad Dressing offers distinct flavors to complement their salads. Here's a breakdown of its nutritional content:
- Calories: 250 kcal per serving
- Total Fat: 21 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Cholesterol: 5 milligrams
- Sodium: Less than 2,300 milligrams for a typical adult
- Total Carbohydrates: 16 grams
