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Salad of Chicken and Noodles with Peanut-Ginger Dressing

Salad of Chicken and Noodles with Peanut-Ginger Dressing

This refreshing salad combines tender chicken and chewy noodles with a vibrant peanut-ginger dressing that adds a perfect balance of savory and tangy flavors. It’s a quick and satisfying meal that’s great for any day of the week.

★★★★★5(3 reviews)Updated: Mar 31, 2026
Prep Time 45 min
Cook Time 10 min
Total Time 55 min
Difficulty Hard

Ingredients 0/17

What Makes This Recipe So Good

This dish combines tender chicken with chewy noodles and a flavorful peanut-ginger dressing. It’s light yet satisfying, making it perfect for warm days or as a quick meal. The balance of savory, sweet, and tangy flavors keeps it exciting with every bite.

Helpful Cooking Tips

- Use leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken to save time.
- Cook the noodles just until tender, then rinse with cold water to stop cooking and prevent sticking.
- Toast the peanuts lightly before adding them to enhance their flavor and crunch.

Step 1

Make the dressing. Combine the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili-garlic sauce, brown sugar, ginger, red pepper flakes, and 3 tablespoons of chicken broth in a blender or food processor. Blend everything until it’s nice and smooth. Give it a taste and add salt and pepper as needed. If the dressing feels too thick, just thin it out with a little more chicken broth or water until it’s the consistency you like.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Toss in the linguine and cook it until it’s just tender, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain the pasta and transfer it to a big mixing bowl.

Step 3

Add the cooked chicken, carrots, green onions, red pepper, celery, and cilantro right into the bowl with the noodles. Pour the dressing over everything and toss it all together until every bit is coated nicely.

Step 4

Serve the salad onto plates and sprinkle with peanuts for a bit of crunch. Enjoy!

Perfect Pairings

Serve this salad chilled or at room temperature. It pairs well with fresh cucumber slices or shredded carrots for extra crunch. Add a sprinkle of chopped cilantro or green onions on top for a fresh, vibrant touch.

Storage Guide

Store the salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Keep the dressing separate if possible to avoid soggy noodles. Toss everything together just before serving for the best texture and flavor.
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Heart icon Nutrition Facts

450 Calories
Fat
12 g
Carbs
55 g
Protein
30 g
Fiber
4 g
Sugar
8 g
Sodium
600 mg
Serving Size: 1 serving
*Nutrition values are estimates and may vary.

Reviews (3)

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Anwar
★★★★★
Feb 14, 2026
Super simple recipe with a great savory flavor. I made it for dinner and everyone enjoyed it. Will definitely make again.
Amir
★★★★★
Feb 05, 2026
Super quick to make and full of flavor. My wife loved the peanut sauce, and leftovers were just as good the next day.
Elena S.
★★★★★
Jan 02, 2026
Quick, tasty, and refreshing salad. I swapped noodles for rice noodles, still came out great. Will make again soon.
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