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Delicious Bang Bang Chicken Crispy Rice Salad served in a bowl with vibrant ingredients.

Bang Bang Chicken Crispy Rice Salad

A vibrant and satisfying dish with crispy rice, juicy chicken tenders, fresh vegetables, and a creamy dressing. Perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American, Fusion
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Rice and Chicken
  • 1 cup uncooked rice
  • 5 pieces chicken tenders
Vegetables
  • 3 pieces baby cucumbers
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned
  • 1/2 piece red onion (pickled or regular)
  • 1 piece avocado
  • 1/4 cup cilantro
Dressings and Sauces
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp chili oil
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tbsp sriracha Skip if spice sensitive
  • 1 piece Juice of 1 lime
Toppings
  • to taste sesame seeds

Method
 

Cook the Rice
  1. Begin by cooking your rice following the package instructions. Once cooked, let it cool.
Prepare the Crispy Rice
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Spread the cooled rice on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, soy sauce, and chili oil. Pour this mixture over the rice, and ensure it’s well-coated.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-45 minutes. Toss the rice halfway through the cooking time to achieve maximum crispiness. Cook until golden and crispy to your liking.
Cook the Chicken
  1. While the rice is baking, place the chicken tenders on another baking sheet. Bake according to package instructions.
  2. Once cooked, if desired, toss the chicken in sweet chili sauce and cut it into small bite-sized pieces.
Prepare the Vegetables
  1. Slice the baby cucumbers, julienne the carrot, and slice the onion into half moons. Dice the avocado into cubes, and roughly chop the cilantro.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice. Mix until smooth and well combined.
Assemble the Salad
  1. In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped vegetables, sliced chicken, and crispy rice.
  2. Pour the dressing over the salad, and gently toss everything to mix thoroughly.
Serve
  1. Top the salad with sesame seeds before serving to enhance both flavor and presentation.
Enjoy
  1. Serve immediately for the best texture, and dig into this deliciously vibrant Bang Bang Chicken Crispy Rice Salad!

Notes

For a time-saver, use leftover rice or pre-cooked rice from the store. If you want your rice extra crispy, try broiling it for a few additional minutes at the end of baking. Adjust the amount of sriracha for your spice preference.