Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of a Bang Bang Chicken Bowl, a dish that effortlessly combines tender chicken, a creamy and spicy sauce, and an array of fresh vegetables served over fluffy rice. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, providing a satisfying and nutritious option that can be customized to suit your taste. The star of this dish is the mouthwatering Bang Bang sauce, made with sweet chili and Sriracha, which elevates the entire bowl into a flavorful experience. In just 30 minutes, you can create a vibrant meal that will impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¼ cups mayonnaise
- ⅔ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups prepared white rice
- Fresh vegetables (red cabbage, carrots, cucumber)
- Avocado, cilantro, and sesame seeds for garnish
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 teaspoons Sriracha
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce by whisking together mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, honey, and Sriracha in a mixing bowl.
- Heat vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add cubed chicken seasoned with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until golden brown.
- Remove from heat and toss chicken with the prepared Bang Bang sauce until well coated.
- Assemble bowls by dividing warm rice among them and topping with chicken mixture and fresh veggies.
- Garnish each bowl with avocado slices, chopped cilantro, and sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 585
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg