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Chicken Crispy Rice Salad with Creamy Peanut Dressing

Crispy Chicken Rice Salad with Creamy Peanut Dressing Delight

Experience the Chicken Crispy Rice Salad with Creamy Peanut Dressing, a perfect balance of crunch, flavor, and comfort.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups cooked Jasmine Rice Chilled for enhanced crispiness.
  • 1 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Thinly sliced.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch For crispy coating.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Substitute with tamari for gluten-free option.
  • 2 cloves Fresh Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Neutral Cooking Oil For frying.
  • 1 cup Red Cabbage Finely sliced.
  • 1 cup Carrots Julienned.
  • 1 cup Cucumber Sliced.
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Sliced.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped.
For the Creamy Peanut Dressing
  • 1/3 cup Creamy Peanut Butter Can substitute with almond butter.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice Use fresh for best results.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Swap with agave for vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Ginger Finely grated.
  • 2 tablespoons Warm Water To adjust consistency.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a medium bowl, combine sliced chicken breast with soy sauce, cornstarch, and minced garlic. Toss to coat and let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  3. Crisp the Rice: In the same skillet, add more oil and spread the chilled rice. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until golden, flipping for even crispness.
  4. Prepare Peanut Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, lime juice, honey, and ginger. Gradually add warm water until desired consistency.
  5. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, fold together crispy rice, chicken, cabbage, carrots, cucumber, green onions, and cilantro.
  6. Dress the Salad: Drizzle peanut dressing over the salad and toss gently before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best consumed fresh. Add dressing just before serving to maintain crispness.

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