Author

Janine Porter - Cathie Purdy


Recipe

Slaw & Topping Ingredients

MeasurementsIngredients
1 pkgTop Ramen (Set seasoning packet aside)
1 pkg/bagCole Slaw Mix with Carrots (~14-16 oz)
4Chicken Breasts, cooked and diced
1 BunchCilantro, chopped
Approx. 1/4 CupSesame Seeds (Amount flexible)
Approx. 1/4 - 1/2 CupSlivered Almonds (Amount flexible)

Dressing Ingredients

MeasurementsIngredients
CupOil (Vegetable or Canola suggested)
CupRice Vinegar
1Seasoning Packet from Top Ramen
3 TbspSoy Sauce
1 TbspSugar
To tasteSalt & Pepper Mix

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven or toaster oven to (). Crumble the dry Top Ramen noodles inside the package (discard or save seasoning packet for dressing). Spread the crumbled noodles, sesame seeds, and slivered almonds onto a baking sheet. Toast in the oven for 5-8 minutes, stirring frequently, until lightly golden brown and fragrant. Be careful not to burn them. Remove from oven and let cool completely.
  2. In a small bowl or jar, combine the oil, rice vinegar, the reserved Top Ramen seasoning packet, soy sauce, sugar, and salt & pepper to taste. Whisk or shake vigorously until well combined and the sugar is dissolved.
  3. Ensure chicken is cooked and diced, and cilantro is chopped. In a large salad bowl, combine the package of coleslaw mix, the cooked chicken, and the chopped cilantro.
  4. Add the prepared dressing and the cooled, toasted ramen/seed/almond mixture to the large bowl.
  5. Toss all ingredients together gently until everything is evenly coated.
  6. Cover and chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Toss again briefly before serving if desired.