Vietnamese Chicken Spring Rolls

Vietnamese Chicken Spring Rolls: A Fresh Family Favourite

Delicate rice paper rolls filled with tender chicken, rice vermicelli noodles, crisp vegetables, and fresh herbs. Served with a tangy hoisin dipping sauce, these spring rolls are perfect for a light and refreshing meal!

Serves: 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 300g chicken breast
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 8–10 rice paper wrappers
• 1 cup cooked rice vermicelli noodles
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• 1 carrot, cut into thin sticks
• 1 cucumber, cut into thin sticks
• 1 cup bean sprouts
• ¼ cup fresh mint leaves
• ¼ cup fresh coriander leaves

For the Dipping Sauce

• 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon peanut butter
• 1 tablespoon water

Optional Additions

• A squeeze of lime juice for added zest
• Sliced avocado for a creamy touch
• A sprinkle of sesame seeds for garnish

Method

Prepare the Chicken:

1. Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the chicken breast and cook for 4–5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and fully cooked.
3. Remove from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes before shredding or slicing thinly.

Prepare the Vermicelli Noodles:

1. Cook the rice vermicelli noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Assemble the Spring Rolls:

1. Fill a shallow dish with warm water. Dip one rice paper wrapper into the water for 5–10 seconds until pliable, then lay it flat on a clean surface.
2. Add a small handful of vermicelli noodles, shredded lettuce, carrot, cucumber, bean sprouts, chicken, and a few mint and coriander leaves onto the bottom third of the wrapper.
3. Fold the bottom of the wrapper over the filling, tuck in the sides, and roll tightly. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.

Prepare the Dipping Sauce:

1. Mix the hoisin sauce, peanut butter, and water in a small bowl until smooth.

Combine and Serve:
Arrange the spring rolls on a platter and serve with the dipping sauce on the side.

Enjoy these fresh and easy Vietnamese chicken spring rolls—a healthy, delicious meal for any occasion!