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Bang Bang Chicken Crispy Rice Salad

Bang Bang Chicken Crispy Rice Salad: Crunchy, Zesty Bliss

Experience the delightful mix of crunchy textures and spicy-sweet flavors in this Bang Bang Chicken Crispy Rice Salad.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 2 cups Uncooked Rice day-old rice works best
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or any neutral oil
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Tenders frozen options offer convenience
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Cucumbers or bell peppers for color
  • 1 medium Carrot (julienned) or shredded cabbage
  • 1 small Red Onion fresh or pickled
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayo or Greek yogurt to lighten
  • 1/4 cup Greek Yogurt can substitute for mayo
  • 1/4 cup Sweet Chili Sauce homemade or store-bought
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha adjust according to spice preference
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice or lemon juice as alternative
For Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds or crushed peanuts

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Cook the uncooked rice according to package instructions, then cool completely.
  3. Spread the cooled rice onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. Drizzle the rice with olive oil and other seasonings, toss gently, and bake for 30-45 minutes.
  5. Prepare chicken on a separate sheet according to package instructions; toss in sweet chili sauce if desired.
  6. Chop cucumbers, julienne carrot, thinly slice red onion, cube avocado, and mince cilantro.
  7. In a bowl, combine mayo, Greek yogurt, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice for the dressing.
  8. In a large bowl, combine crispy rice, chicken, and chopped veggies; drizzle with dressing and toss gently.
  9. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store salad components separately for meal prep, keeping rice and dressing separate to maintain texture.

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