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Thai Chicken Buddha Bowl

Thai Chicken Buddha Bowl

Craving the satisfaction of a takeout? Why not opt for a homemade delight with our Thai Chicken Buddha Bowl!
Course Salad
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • 1 (11.7-ounce) package Fresh Express® Thai ‘N’ Cashews Chopped Kit®
  • 1 cup farro
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1-3 teaspoons sambal oelek (fresh chile paste)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless, chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon minced cilantro

Instructions
 

  • Cook farro according to package directions; set aside.
  • Whisk the chicken broth, sambal oelek (amount and related spice level to your taste), brown sugar and lime juice in a small bowl; set aside. Combine the cornstarch and sesame oil in large bowl; add the chicken and toss to coat.
  • Cook chicken in olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat for 5 to 8 minutes or until no longer pink. Add garlic and ginger; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until fragrant. Add the chicken broth mixture and salt; cook and stir for 1 minute or until sauce thickens.

To Make the Thai ‘N’ Cashews Salad:

  • Place the Fresh Express® Thai ‘N’ Cashews Chopped Kit® into a large bowl; toss with salad dressing, reserving 1 tablespoon. Add toppings; toss to combine.

To Assemble:

  • Divide the farro evenly into four bowls, arranging along the sides of the bowls. Divide the Thai ‘N’ Cashews Salad evenly, arranging in the center of the bowls. Top with chicken; drizzle with reserved dressing. Sprinkle with cilantro.