Savor Chicken Crispy Rice Salad with Creamy Peanut Dressing
Indulge in a vibrant Chicken Crispy Rice Salad with Creamy Peanut Dressing that brings together crispy chicken, fresh vegetables, and a rich peanut sauce. This delightful dish is perfect for lunch or gatherings, offering a refreshing combination of textures and flavors while being packed with nutrients. With its ease of preparation and versatility, it’s the ideal choice for busy weekdays or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 400 grams boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic
- 3 tablespoons neutral cooking oil
- 1 cup red cabbage
- 1 cup carrots
- 1 cup cucumber
- 3 stalks green onions
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
- 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- Water (to adjust consistency)
Instructions
- Coat thinly sliced chicken in soy sauce and minced garlic, then sprinkle with cornstarch.
- Heat oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat and fry the chicken until golden brown (5–7 minutes each side). Remove from heat.
- Prepare vegetables: slice red cabbage, julienne carrots, slice cucumber, and chop green onions and cilantro.
- In a bowl, mix peanut butter, lime juice, honey, ginger, and warm water until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine chilled jasmine rice, fried chicken, vegetables, and drizzle with dressing before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg