Posted by: Terrytx 08-01-99 6:47 PM
Chicken Salad Oriental
* Exported from MasterCook *
Recipe By :Terry Ward
Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Chicken Pasta
Salad
Amount Measure Ingredient Preparation Method
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1 pound cooked, sliced chicken
3 (3 oz.) packages Oriental flavor instant Ramen noodles
Peanut sauce (recipe and ingredients below)
1 cup shredded carrots
1 cup snow peas
1 cup bean sprouts
1/2 cup sliced green onions
1 (8 oz.) can sliced water chestnuts drained
1 recipe peanut sauce (to follow)
6 to 8 cups torn lettuce leaves
Chopped dry roasted peanuts optional
Chopped fresh cilantro optional
Ramen noodles:
Cook noodles in 4 cups boiling water for 3 minutes.
Add spice packets; set aside 5 minutes to absorb flavors.
Drain well.
Refrigerate until ready to assemble.
Peanut Sauce:
1 tbl. salad or sesame oil
2/3 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
2 tbl. soy sauce
2 tsp. lime juice
1 tsp. ground coriander
1/2 tsp. hot pepper sauce, or to taste
1/2 tsp. sugar
Whisk all ingredients together in a small saucepan.
Bring to a boil, whisking until well combined.
Reduce heat to simmer.
Simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes or until slightly thickened.
Cover and store in refrigerator up to 2 days.
When ready to serve:
Toss together noodles, chicken, carrots, snow peas, bean sprouts, green onion and water chestnuts.
Divide lettuce among serving plates.
Top with noodle mixture and drizzle with peanut sauce.
Garnish with peanuts and cilantro, if desired