CHICKEN SALAD WITH THAI-FLAVORED DRESSING

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With rotisserie chickens so readily available, it's easy to buy a pre-roasted bird and pull the meat off the bones for use in recipes that would otherwise likely be too complicated for a weeknight meal. A little shredding and chopping is all it takes to serve up this delicious Thai-flavored chicken salad.

Provided by USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson

Categories     Salad

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 cups rotisserie chicken, skinned and boned, meat shredded into bite-sized pieces
2 medium celery ribs, cut into small dice
2 medium green onions, sliced thin
chopped honey-roasted peanuts
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons Asian fish sauce
1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 teaspoons white sugar
½ teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves
Boston lettuce
sliced cucumbers
grated carrots
chopped honey-roasted peanuts

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix chicken, celery, green onions and peanuts. In a small bowl, whisk lime juice, fish sauce, ginger, sugar, red pepper, cilantro and mint, plus 2 Tbs. water.
  • Toss dressing with chicken mixture and serve on a bed of Boston lettuce with the suggested accompaniments.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387.4 calories, Carbohydrate 16.8 g, Cholesterol 127.5 mg, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 55.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 791.7 mg, Sugar 8.5 g

Mike Fischer
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I'm always on the lookout for new and exciting chicken salad recipes, and this one definitely caught my eye. The Thai-flavored dressing sounded intriguing, and I was not disappointed! The dressing was delicious and added a unique flavor to the salad.


NotThis_Frog
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This chicken salad is so refreshing and flavorful! The Thai-flavored dressing is the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and spicy. I love that this salad is also really easy to make. It's a great option for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.


Hisina Carelock
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I love the combination of flavors in this chicken salad. The sweet and sour dressing is a perfect complement to the savory chicken and crunchy vegetables. This salad is a great make-ahead meal, and it's also a great option for a potluck or picnic.


Muhammad Eyamim
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This chicken salad is a great option for a healthy and filling meal. The chicken is a good source of protein, and the vegetables provide essential vitamins and minerals. The Thai-flavored dressing adds a delicious and unique flavor to the salad, maki


Master blood
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This chicken salad is a great make-ahead meal. I made it the night before a picnic and it was even better the next day. The flavors had a chance to meld together and the salad was incredibly flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe for anyone lookin


Michael Pomales
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This chicken salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I had some roasted chicken from the night before, and it worked perfectly in this salad. The Thai-flavored dressing was a great way to add some extra flavor to the chicken. The salad was l


GAMER BASHI
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I'm always on the lookout for new and exciting chicken salad recipes, and this one definitely caught my eye. The Thai-flavored dressing sounded intriguing, and I was not disappointed! The dressing was delicious and added a unique flavor to the salad.


Gautam Sayaju
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This chicken salad is so refreshing and flavorful! The Thai-flavored dressing is the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and spicy. I love that this salad is also really easy to make. It's a great option for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.


F1 Grass
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I love the combination of flavors in this chicken salad. The sweet and sour dressing is a perfect complement to the savory chicken and crunchy vegetables. This salad is a great make-ahead meal, and it's also a great option for a potluck or picnic.


Mohit gamer
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This chicken salad is a great option for a healthy and filling meal. The chicken is a good source of protein, and the vegetables provide essential vitamins and minerals. The Thai-flavored dressing adds a delicious and unique flavor to the salad, maki


Freefire Boy
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This chicken salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I had some roasted chicken from the night before, and it worked perfectly in this salad. The Thai-flavored dressing was a great way to add some extra flavor to the chicken. The salad was l


Mark Grier
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of Thai food. However, I was pleasantly surprised! The Thai-flavored dressing was not overpowering at all, and it added a delicious and unique flavor to the salad. The chicken was moi


Arshad dawar
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This chicken salad is a great make-ahead meal. I made it the night before a picnic and it was even better the next day. The flavors had a chance to meld together and the salad was incredibly flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe for anyone lookin


Sarfaraz shah Bukhari
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken salad, but this recipe changed my mind! The Thai-flavored dressing was absolutely amazing, and it really elevated the dish. The salad was light and flavorful, and the dressing added a perfect amount of spice. I'll defini


Didimus Ibem
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This chicken salad was a hit at my last potluck! The Thai-flavored dressing was a unique and delicious touch that everyone loved. The salad was light and refreshing, and the flavors were perfectly balanced. I highly recommend this recipe for anyone l


Ss Ad
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I'm always looking for new and exciting chicken salad recipes, and this one definitely delivered! The Thai-flavored dressing was a game-changer, giving the salad a unique and flavorful twist. The combination of sweet, sour, and spicy was simply divin


Oussama Ar
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Not always the case with chicken salad, but this recipe turned out amazing! The Thai-flavored dressing really elevated the dish, adding a delicious and unexpected twist. The balance of flavors was perfect, and the salad was incredibly refreshing. 5 s


Doris Moorman Poelman
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This chicken salad is a delightful fusion of flavors, with the Thai-flavored dressing adding a unique and refreshing touch. The combination of sweet, sour, and spicy notes is simply irresistible. I highly recommend this recipe for a light and flavorf