EASY CHICKEN & RICE SALAD

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I saw this in a magazine not long ago but I wasn't satisfied until I'd tweaked it just a bit, due to some ingredients I didn't care for. Now it suits me and I hope it suits you too. Recipe & Photo: Tasteofhome.com

Provided by Ellen Bales

Categories     Chicken Salads

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pkg (8.8 oz. ea.) ready-to-serve long grain rice
2/3 c thai peanut sauce
2 Tbsp canola oil
2 Tbsp water
1 pkg (16 oz.) coleslaw mix
2 pkg (6 oz. ea.) ready-to-serve grilled chicken breast strips
1/2 c torn parsley leaves
1 1/2 c blanched peanuts, slightly crushed

Steps:

  • 1. Prepare the rice according to package instructions; put into a large bowl.
  • 2. In a small bowl, whisk the peanut sauce, oil, and water until blended; set aside.
  • 3. Add the chicken, coleslaw mix, and parsley to the rice and mix well. Drizzle with peanut sauce mixture and toss to combine.
  • 4. Sprinkle the salad with peanuts and serve with a slice of lime on the side.

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