Panera Asian Sesame Chicken Salad
Romaine and grilled chicken tossed with wonton strips, almonds, sesame seeds and cilantro in an Asian sesame vinaigrette.
Crunchy wonton strips and sliced almonds give this chicken salad its texture, with sesame vinaigrette tying it together. A half has 260 calories and a whole has 530. Without almonds, the guide lists 220 calories for a half and 440 for a whole.
What’s in the Asian Sesame Chicken Salad
The Fall 2026 catering build describes these components:
- Romaine
- Grilled chicken
- Crunchy wonton strips
- Sesame seeds
- Sliced almonds
- Fresh cilantro
- Asian sesame vinaigrette
Price
Halves and combos are priced differently. Typical price: About $11–$16 for a whole salad.
Prices vary by café and are not set nationally. Figures are typical US ranges. Confirm in the Panera app for your location. Official nutrition guides do not list prices.
Nutrition facts: half vs whole
Panera Bread® Nutrition Guide, effective 9/2/2026, Edition 1 (c8-26).
| Nutrient | Half | Whole |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 260 | 530 |
| Calories from fat | 140 | 280 |
| Total fat | 15 g | 31 g |
| Saturated fat | 2 g | 4 g |
| Trans fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 35 mg | 70 mg |
| Sodium | 950 mg | 1,900 mg |
| Total carbohydrates | 17 g | 35 g |
| Dietary fiber | 3 g | 6 g |
| Total sugars | 5 g | 9 g |
| Protein | 15 g | 29 g |
The guide also lists a version without almonds: 220 calories (half) and 440 calories (whole).
Allergens
Contains wheat, tree nuts (almonds) and sesame. Ordering it without almonds removes the tree nut allergen, according to the guide.
Panera’s allergen guide notes shared equipment and bakery-café preparation, so it cannot guarantee any item is free of allergens. Confirm with your local café if you have a food allergy.
Ordering tips
- Order without almonds to avoid tree nuts and save calories.
- Ask for dressing on the side to control how much you use.
- A half salad pairs well with a cup of soup.
Browse the salad menu or compare the Fuji Apple Chicken Salad.
Asian Sesame Chicken Salad FAQs
Sources & disclaimer
Facts are rewritten for readers of Panera Bread Menus from Panera Bread’s publicly published materials:
- Panera Bread® Nutrition Guide (effective 9/2/2026, Edition 1 / c8-26)
- Panera Bread Allergen Guide (valid 9/2/2026)
- Panera Fall 2026 catering menu (product build)
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