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Viral Crispy Rice Chicken Bowl

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Viral Crispy Rice Chicken Bowl is a high-protein, flavor-packed meal featuring crispy baked rice, juicy seasoned chicken, fresh vegetables, and a spicy creamy yogurt sauce for a crunchy, creamy, and satisfying bowl.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 2 large bowls
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Asian-inspired

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup uncooked rice
  • 2 tablespoons tamari or coconut aminos
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 large chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for chicken)
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons tamari or coconut aminos
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • 4 baby cucumbers, sliced
  • 1 avocado, cubed
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • Optional green onions

Instructions

  1. Cook rice and let it cool completely, then spread on a baking sheet.
  2. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Toss cooled rice with olive oil, tamari, and salt, then spread evenly.
  4. Bake rice for 30–40 minutes, tossing halfway, until crispy and golden.
  5. Season chicken with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  6. Bake chicken at 400°F for 30–35 minutes until fully cooked (165°F internal temp).
  7. Mix yogurt, sriracha, garlic powder, tamari, and salt to make sauce.
  8. Slice cooked chicken into strips.
  9. Assemble bowls with crispy rice, chicken, cucumber, avocado, and toppings.
  10. Drizzle with spicy yogurt sauce and sprinkle sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

  • Use cold rice for best crisping results.
  • Do not overcrowd rice on baking sheet for even crunch.
  • Air fryer can be used for extra crispy rice.
  • Adjust sriracha for more or less spice.
  • Store components separately for meal prep freshness.

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