Description
A vibrant and flavorful Teriyaki Chicken Crispy Rice Salad that combines crispy golden jasmine rice with tender glazed chicken, fresh crunchy vegetables, and a savory teriyaki sauce. This recipe offers a delightful mix of textures and tastes, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal in just 35 minutes.
Ingredients
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Rice and Chicken
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice (chilled)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce (plus extra for drizzling)
Salad Vegetables and Garnishes
- 1 cup shredded romaine lettuce
- 1/2 cup shredded purple cabbage
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Crisp the Rice: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Spread the chilled jasmine rice evenly in the pan and cook undisturbed for 5 to 7 minutes until the bottom is crispy and golden brown. Carefully flip the rice to crisp the other side lightly. Remove the crispy rice from the pan and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Season the diced chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook the chicken pieces for about 5 to 7 minutes until they are golden brown and fully cooked through.
- Glaze the Chicken: Pour the 1/2 cup of teriyaki sauce into the skillet with the cooked chicken. Stir and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and glaze the chicken, making it sticky and flavorful. Then remove the skillet from heat.
- Assemble the Salad: On a large serving bowl or platter, arrange a layer of the crispy rice. Top the rice evenly with shredded romaine lettuce, purple cabbage, shredded carrots, thinly sliced cucumber, and green onions.
- Add Teriyaki Chicken: Spoon the glazed teriyaki chicken evenly over the layered salad. Drizzle extra teriyaki sauce over the entire dish to enhance the flavor.
- Finish with Garnish: Sprinkle sesame seeds on top and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves if desired to add a fresh and nutty finish.
- Serve: Serve the Teriyaki Chicken Crispy Rice Salad immediately while the chicken is warm and the rice crispy. Enjoy this satisfying and colorful salad!
Notes
- Using chilled rice helps achieve a crispier texture when frying.
- For vegetarian version, substitute chicken with tofu or tempeh and use a vegan teriyaki sauce.
- Adjust the amount of teriyaki sauce based on your preferred level of sweetness and saltiness.
- Use a nonstick skillet to prevent the rice from sticking during cooking.
- Garnish with cilantro is optional but adds a fresh herbal note.
