Polynesian Chicken Salad

Description
Makes 8 servings

Ingredients

 * 4 cups cooked white or brown rice (cooked in chicken broth), cooled
 * 2 cups cooked chicken breast strips
 * 1 x 14-ounce can mixed Chinese vegetables, drained
 * 1½ cups pineapple tidbits
 * 1 cup diagonally sliced celery
 * ½ cup sliced green onions
 * 3 tablespoons diced pimento
 * ½ cup mayonnaise
 * 1 clove garlic, minced
 * 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
 * ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
 * ½ teaspoon dry mustard
 * 2 tablespoons soy sauce
 * lettuce leaves
 * 1 x 3-ounce can chow mein or rice noodles
 * additional soy sauce (optional)

Directions

 * 1) Combine rice, chicken, Chinese vegetables, pineapple, celery, onions and pimento in large bowl.
 * 2) Whisk together mayonnaise, garlic, ginger, pepper, mustard and soy sauce.
 * 3) Stir into rice mixture; toss lightly.
 * 4) Serve on lettuce leaves; garnish with noodles.
 * 5) Serve with additional soy sauce, if desired.