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Chicken Crispy Rice Salad

Crispy Rice Chicken Salad: Crunchy, Flavorful, and Fun!

This Chicken Crispy Rice Salad combines crunchy rice, juicy chicken, and vibrant veggies for a delicious and nutritious meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Rice Base
  • 4 cups day-old rice use fresh rice if necessary
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon chili oil adjust for spice level
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound chicken tenders can use frozen or grilled chicken
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup cucumbers sliced
  • 1 medium carrot julienned
  • 1 small red onion halved and sliced
  • 1 medium avocado cubed
  • 0.25 cup cilantro minced, optional
For the Dressing
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.25 cup Greek yogurt can substitute with sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha optional
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
For Finishing Touches
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds for garnish

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Bang Bang Chicken Crispy Rice Salad
  1. Begin by preparing the rice according to package instructions. Once cooked, spread the rice evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle it with olive oil, soy sauce, and chili oil, mixing thoroughly. Bake at 425°F for 30-45 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  2. While the rice crisps, place the chicken tenders on a separate baking sheet. Cook them according to package instructions, which typically takes about 20-25 minutes at the same temperature.
  3. While the chicken and rice are cooking, prepare the veggies: slice cucumbers, julienne the carrot, and halve the red onion. Cube the avocado and mince the cilantro, set each veggie aside.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice. Whisk together until smooth and creamy.
  5. In a large salad bowl, combine the prepared veggies, chopped chicken, and crispy rice. Drizzle the dressing over the top and gently toss everything together.
  6. Serve the salad immediately or store components separately for meal prep. Top with sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use day-old rice for best results. Customize your veggies to your preference.

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