Bobby Flay's Chinese Chicken Salad W/ Red Chile Peanut Dressing

I saw Bobby Flay make this salad on one of his grilling specials on the Food Network. I made it last night, and wow was it ever delicious. It has become a new family favorite and is great for those who like a little spiciness with a nice crisp, cool salad. It is really easy to make and VERY easy to eat.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1⁄4 cup  rice wine vinegar
• 2  tablespoons  smooth peanut butter
• 1  tablespoon  chopped fresh ginger
• 2  teaspoons chipotle peppers, puree
• 1  tablespoon soy sauce
• 1  tablespoon honey
• 2  teaspoons  toasted sesame oil
• 1⁄2 cup canola oil
•  salt & freshly ground black pepper
• 1⁄2 head napa cabbage, shredded
• 1⁄2 head romaine lettuce, shredded
• 2  carrots, shredded
• 1⁄4 lb snow peas, julienned
• 1⁄4 cup  coarsely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
• 1⁄4 cup  thinly sliced green onion
• 2  cups  shredded rotisserie  cooked chicken
• 1⁄2 cup  chopped roasted peanuts
• 1⁄4 cup  chopped fresh mint leaves
•  chili oil (optional)
•  grilled lime, halved for garnish

Directions

1. Whisk together the vinegar, peanut butter, ginger, chipotle pepper puree, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and canola oil in a medium bowl.
2. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
3. Combine cabbage, lettuce, carrots, snow peas, cilantro, and green onion in a large bowl.
4. Add the dressing and toss to combine.
5. Transfer to a serving platter and top with the shredded chicken, chopped peanuts, and mint.
6. Drizzle with chili oil, if desired.
7. Garnish with grilled lime halves.