Ingredients:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 150g dried rice noodles
- 2-3 cups shredded lettuce or mixed greens
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 carrot, julienned or shredded
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
Ingredients (continued):
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts
- 2-3 spring onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil (optional)
For the Grilled Chicken:
- Marinate the chicken breasts with:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes, or ideally, overnight in the refrigerator.
- Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and grill marks appear. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing thinly.
For the Egg Rolls:
- You can either make your own crispy egg rolls or use store-bought ones. If making your own, prepare them according to your favorite recipe or package instructions.
For the Noodle Bowl Assembly:
- Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Set aside.
- Prepare individual serving bowls. Place a handful of shredded lettuce or mixed greens in each bowl.
- Arrange the cooked rice noodles on top of the greens.
- Add slices of grilled chicken and crispy egg rolls to each bowl.
- Top with cucumber slices, julienned carrots, fresh mint leaves, cilantro leaves, chopped roasted peanuts, spring onions, and fresh basil (if using).
- Serve with your favorite dressing or dipping sauce on the side. A traditional Vietnamese dipping sauce or a simple mixture of lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, garlic, and chili works well.
- Toss everything together before eating to combine all the flavors and textures.
Enjoy your delicious Grilled Chicken & Egg Roll Noodle Bowl!