Introduction:
When the weather heats up, all we want is something cool, fresh, and filling — and this Chicken Noodle Salad fits the bill perfectly. Light, flavorful, and packed with protein, it’s a modern twist on traditional noodle dishes. Say goodbye to boring salads!
🥗 Why You’ll Love This Salad
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✅ Cold and refreshing
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✅ Balanced with protein, carbs, and veggies
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✅ Meal-prep friendly
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✅ Ready in under 30 minutes
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✅ Easily customizable
🛒 Ingredients
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2 cups cooked shredded chicken (leftovers or rotisserie)
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2 cups cooked pasta noodles (elbow, penne, or rice noodles)
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1 cup shredded carrots
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1/2 cup chopped bell peppers
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1/4 cup sliced green onions
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2 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
For the dressing:
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1/4 cup soy sauce
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1 tbsp sesame oil
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1 tbsp honey
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1 tbsp rice vinegar
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 tsp grated ginger
👨🍳 How to Make It
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Whisk all dressing ingredients in a bowl.
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Toss noodles, chicken, and veggies together.
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Drizzle dressing over the salad and mix well.
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Chill for 15 minutes before serving. Garnish with sesame seeds or cilantro.
🧊 Perfect for Summer
This chilled noodle salad is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or light lunches. You can even add avocado, cucumber, or a dash of chili oil to change up the flavor.
🍽 Leftovers? Even Better!
Store in the fridge for up to 3 days. The flavors only get better over time!