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Chicken Crispy Rice Salad

Chicken Crispy Rice Salad
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A delicious salad featuring crispy chilled jasmine rice, tender crispy chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy peanut dressing.

  • Author: Daniel Carter
  • Prep Time: 20 min
  • Cook Time: 20 min
  • Total Time: 40 min
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free

Ingredients

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3 cups cooked jasmine rice (Chilled for crispy texture.)
400 grams boneless skinless chicken breast (Thinly sliced.)
1 tablespoon cornstarch (For crispy chicken.)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 cloves fresh garlic (Minced.)
3 tablespoons neutral cooking oil (For frying.)
1 cup red cabbage (Finely sliced.)
1 cup carrots (Julienned.)
1 cup cucumber (Sliced.)
3 stalks green onions (Sliced.)
0.25 cup fresh cilantro (Chopped.)
0.5 cup creamy peanut butter (Main ingredient.)
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon fresh ginger (Finely grated.)
2 to 4 tablespoons warm water (To adjust consistency.)

Instructions

  1. Cook jasmine rice and chill it for at least an hour.
  2. Slice chicken breast thinly, coat with cornstarch, and sauté in oil until golden.
  3. Prepare vegetables: slice cabbage, julienne carrots, slice cucumber, chop green onions and cilantro.
  4. Make dressing: whisk peanut butter, lime juice, honey, ginger, and warm water until smooth.
  5. In a large bowl, layer chilled rice, crispy chicken, and vegetables.
  6. Drizzle with dressing, toss gently, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For extra crispy rice, lightly toast chilled rice in a dry pan before assembling.
  • Use gluten-free soy sauce if needed for a gluten-free version.
  • Dressing can be made ahead and stored; whisk before use.
  • Store components separately to maintain textures for meal prep.

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