Creating your flavorful Thai Chicken Salad is simpler than you might think! Follow these easy steps:

1. Prepare Rice: If you haven’t done so already, cook the jasmine rice as per the instructions, then set aside to cool.
2. Marinate Chicken: In a bowl, season the chicken with salt and pepper. For added flavor, marinate with half the dressing for at least 30 minutes.
3. Cook Chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, add vegetable oil. Once hot, add the marinated chicken. Cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked. Remove from heat and let rest before slicing.
4. Prepare Vegetables: While the chicken is cooking, rinse and chop the salad greens, shredded carrots, red bell pepper, cucumber, cilantro, and scallions.
5. Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the fish sauce, lime juice, sugar or honey, rice vinegar, and chili paste until well combined.
6. Assemble Salad: In a large serving bowl, combine the cooked jasmine rice, mixed salad greens, shredded carrots, red bell pepper, cucumber, cilantro, and scallions.
7. Add Chicken: Slice the cooked chicken and place it on top of the salad mixture.
8. Dress Salad: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
9. Garnish: Finish with chopped roasted peanuts for added crunch and flavor.
10. Serve: Your delicious Thai Chicken Salad is ready to be enjoyed!