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Bang Bang Chicken Bowl

Satisfyingly Spicy Bang Bang Chicken Bowl for Easy Meals

A twist on a beloved classic, this Bang Bang Chicken Bowl combines crispy chicken bites with a creamy, sweet-spicy sauce over rice and fresh vegetables.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts or Thighs Swap for tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Can be replaced with vegetable oil.
  • 0.5 tsp Salt
  • 0.25 tsp Black Pepper Can be omitted for milder flavors.
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • 0.5 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be used as a lighter alternative.
  • 3 tbsp Sweet Chili Sauce
  • 1-2 tsp Sriracha Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp Honey Optional for sweetness; omit for vegan.
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced.
For the Bowl
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice White or brown.
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots
  • 1 cup Cucumber Thinly sliced.
  • 1 cup Red Cabbage Shredded.
  • 2 Green Onions Sliced.
Optional Garnishes
  • Sesame Seeds For a crunchy finish.
  • Fresh Cilantro Adds freshness.

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cut 1 pound of chicken into bite-sized pieces. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Toss to coat.
  2. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and minced garlic until smooth.
  4. In serving bowls, start with a base of cooked rice, add the crispy chicken, then layer shredded carrots, cucumber, and red cabbage.
  5. Drizzle Bang Bang sauce over the bowls, adding more sauce to taste.
  6. Top with green onions, sesame seeds, and fresh cilantro if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 580kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For easy meal prep, store chicken, rice, and vegetables separately and assemble just before serving to maintain freshness.

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