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Chicken Crispy Rice Salad with Peanut Dressing

Delicious Chicken Crispy Rice Salad with Peanut Dressing Recipe

Enjoy a vibrant Chicken Crispy Rice Salad with Peanut Dressing, perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Seasoning
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
Crispy Rice and Vegetables
  • 2 cups cooked and cooled day-old rice
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 4 cups mixed greens or shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup cucumber
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
  • 2 green onions
  • 1/4 cup roasted peanuts for topping
Peanut Dressing
  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 2-4 tbsp water to thin the dressing

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • small bowl
  • spatula
  • Whisk
  • Large Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Season the chicken breasts with soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic powder, and black pepper. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips.
  2. For the crispy rice, heat vegetable oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat. Spread the cooled rice in an even layer and sprinkle with salt. Cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until golden edges form. Press down gently with a spatula, stir, and cook another 3-4 minutes until crispy. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
  3. Make the peanut dressing by whisking together peanut butter, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a small bowl. Add water one tablespoon at a time until smooth and pourable.
  4. In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, carrots, cucumber, red bell pepper, cilantro, and green onions. Add the sliced chicken and cooled crispy rice, then drizzle with peanut dressing and toss gently. Top with chopped roasted peanuts just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 38gFat: 20g

Notes

Feel free to customize this recipe by swapping in your favorite veggies or adding sriracha for a kick.

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