Delight in the tangy flavors of this Balsamic Chicken Rice Salad, combining tender chicken, fluffy rice, and vibrant vegetables dressed in a flavorful balsamic vinaigrette.
Ingredients
How to make it
1
Drain pineapple tidbits; reserve juice.
2
Prepare rice-pasta mixture, according to package directions, using reserved pineapple juice, and water to make 2 cups. Cool to room temperature.
3
Combine pineapple tidbits, chicken, carrots, sunflower seeds, pepitas, almonds, and peas, in large bowl.
4
Stir in cool rice. Pour balsamic dressing over salad; toss to coat. Garnish rice salad with leafy lettuce, if desired.