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Bang Bang Chicken Crispy Rice Salad

Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Rice Salad: A Flavor Explosion!

This Bang Bang Chicken Crispy Rice Salad is a vibrant fusion of crispy rice, juicy chicken, and a sweet-spicy dressing.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 2 cups day-old rice for crispy texture
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for frying
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce for umami flavor
  • 1 teaspoon chili oil adjust to taste
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound chicken tenders frozen or grilled
For the Vegetables
  • 2 medium baby cucumbers sliced
  • 1 medium carrot julienned
  • 1 small red onion sliced
  • 1 medium ripe avocado cubed
  • 1/4 cup cilantro minced, optional
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup mayo for creaminess
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt for tanginess
  • 3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce to taste
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha optional
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed
For Garnishing
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook 2 cups of day-old rice according to package instructions. Cool completely before spreading on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, soy sauce, and chili oil. Bake at 425°F for 30-45 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
  2. Prepare chicken tenders on a separate baking sheet following package instructions, around 20-25 minutes at 400°F. Toss in sweet chili sauce once baked and slice into pieces.
  3. Wash and slice 2 baby cucumbers, julienne 1 carrot, and half-moon 1 small red onion. Cube 1 ripe avocado and mince a handful of cilantro.
  4. In a bowl, combine mayo, Greek yogurt, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice. Whisk until smooth.
  5. In a large bowl, combine crispy rice, chicken, and vegetables. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently. Serve immediately or refrigerate briefly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use day-old rice for optimal crunchiness. Store leftovers separately to maintain texture.

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