Description
This Teriyaki Chicken Crispy Rice Salad is a delicious and satisfying Asian-inspired dish that combines crispy rice, tender teriyaki chicken, colorful vegetables, and a flavorful sauce. It’s a perfect balance of textures and flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Crispy Rice:
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice (cooled)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Teriyaki Chicken:
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1/3 cup teriyaki sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Salad:
- 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup edamame (steamed and shelled)
- 1 avocado (diced)
- 2 green onions (sliced)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Crispy Rice: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Press the cooled rice into a thin, even layer in the skillet. Let cook undisturbed for 8–10 minutes or until golden and crispy on the bottom. Flip in sections and crisp the other side for 5–7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Teriyaki Chicken: In the same skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon of oil. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Cook for 5–6 minutes per side or until cooked through. Pour in the teriyaki sauce and cook for another 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken. Remove from heat and slice the chicken.
- Salad: In a large bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Add the cabbage, carrots, edamame, and green onions. Toss to coat. To assemble, divide crispy rice among bowls. Top with the slaw mixture, sliced teriyaki chicken, avocado, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken thighs with chicken breast or tofu for a vegetarian version.
- Add a drizzle of sriracha mayo for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
