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Chicken Crispy Rice Salad with Creamy Peanut

Chicken Crispy Rice Salad with Creamy Peanut Bliss

Delightful Chicken Crispy Rice Salad with Creamy Peanut Dressing is a quick, vibrant meal perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 3 cups cooked jasmine rice Ensure rice is chilled to achieve crispiness.
For the Chicken
  • 400 grams boneless skinless chicken breast Thinly sliced for quick cooking and tenderness.
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch Aids in achieving a crispy chicken crust.
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce Enhances flavor and adds umami.
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic Minced for added fragrance.
  • 3 tablespoons neutral cooking oil Used for frying; can use oils like canola or vegetable.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup red cabbage Finely sliced for color and crunch.
  • 1 cup carrots Julienned to add sweetness and texture.
  • 1 cup cucumber Sliced for freshness.
  • 3 stalks green onions Sliced to introduce mild onion flavor.
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro Chopped for herbaceous notes.
For the Creamy Peanut Dressing
  • 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter Main ingredient for the dressing, adds delicious creaminess.
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice Provides zest and balances richness.
  • 1 tablespoon honey Sweetens the dressing.
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger Finely grated for warmth.
  • 2 to 4 tablespoons warm water Adjusts dressing consistency as needed.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine thinly sliced chicken breast, soy sauce, cornstarch, and minced garlic. Stir well to ensure that each piece is evenly coated. Allow the chicken to marinate for about 10 minutes.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of neutral cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken and sauté for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
  3. Add the remaining oil to the same skillet and reduce the heat to medium. Spread the chilled jasmine rice evenly across the skillet without stirring. Let it cook undisturbed for 5-7 minutes until the bottom is golden.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together the creamy peanut butter, fresh lime juice, honey, grated ginger, and 2 tablespoons of warm water until smooth. Adjust with more warm water as needed.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the crispy rice, cooked chicken, finely sliced red cabbage, julienned carrots, sliced cucumber, and chopped green onions. Gently toss the ingredients together.
  6. Pour the creamy peanut dressing over the salad mixture, then gently toss everything together to coat without breaking them apart.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure your jasmine rice is completely chilled before using it for the best crispiness. Fresh vegetables enhance the flavor and texture.

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