The Best Keto Chinese Chicken Salad

If you’re craving Keto-friendly Chinese food but prefer something fresh, crisp, and refreshing, then this Chinese chicken salad is perfect for you. It has umami, spicy, tangy, and nutty flavors without the fuss of a stir-fry. This dish can be a revitalizing meal for warm summer days.

Do you have to use poached chicken?

Poaching yields super tender and juicy chicken and gives you the chance to add your desired flavorings and aromatics to the water. For this recipe, we have poached the chicken with ginger and peppercorns to enhance the Asian flavors. If you are not a fan of poaching, you can grill or boil your chicken. You can also utilize leftover chicken in this recipe or use rotisserie chicken to save time.

Is this recipe Dairy-free?

Yes, it is. This Keto Chinese chicken salad recipe is perfect for people who are intolerant to dairy. It is also an excellent option if you are trying to cut back on dairy but don’t know where to start.

Is this Keto recipe gluten-free?

The only ingredient containing gluten in this recipe is soy sauce. Soy sauce is usually made of fermented soybeans and wheat and is used in most Keto Chinese food. To make this recipe gluten-free, replace the regular soy sauce with the same amount of gluten-free soy sauce or tamari.

Is this recipe suitable for meal prep?

Absolutely! Simply add the lettuce, red cabbage, green onion, grated carrots, and chicken to a container. Top the veggies with roasted peanuts and sesame seeds. Keep the dressing in a separate small container, drizzle it on the veggies and shake when ready to eat.

What can you replace the peanuts with?

You can swap the roasted peanuts for roasted almonds or cashews. For a nut-free version, use sunflower seeds.