Chicken Crispy Rice Salad with Peanut Dressing
A refreshing salad featuring crispy rice, tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a rich peanut dressing, perfect for warm days and quick meals.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice (preferably crispy) Spread cooked rice on a baking sheet and bake in the oven until crispy.
- 1 lb cooked chicken, shredded or diced Using leftover rotisserie chicken saves time.
- 1 cup mixed fresh vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, cucumbers, carrots) Feel free to add other vegetables like zucchini or snap peas.
- 1/2 cup peanut dressing A simple dressing made from peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, and honey.
- 2 tablespoons chopped peanuts For garnish.
- Fresh herbs (e.g., cilantro or basil) For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, shredded chicken, and mixed fresh vegetables.
- Drizzle the peanut dressing over the salad and toss everything together until well coated.
Serving
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped peanuts and fresh herbs.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and consume within a day or two. Keep the dressing separate until ready to eat to maintain crispy texture.