Description
This Bang Bang Chicken Bowl is a vibrant and flavorful Asian-inspired meal that’s perfect for a quick, satisfying dinner. Featuring tender, seasoned chicken cooked to golden perfection and drizzled with a creamy, spicy bang bang sauce, it’s served over a bed of fluffy rice and fresh, crunchy vegetables. Topped with sesame seeds, green onions, and fresh cilantro, this bowl combines spicy, sweet, and tangy flavors for a balanced and delicious dish that’s both easy to prepare and gluten-free when made with appropriate ingredients.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetables and Rice
- 1 cup cooked white rice (or brown rice)
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped cucumber
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Bang Bang Sauce
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season the bite-sized chicken pieces with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook the chicken in the skillet for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- Make the Bang Bang Sauce: While the chicken is cooking, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, rice vinegar, and honey in a small bowl until smooth and well combined. Adjust the sriracha to your preferred spice level.
- Assemble the Bowls: In serving bowls, layer the cooked rice as the base. Top with shredded red cabbage, shredded carrots, chopped cucumber, and the cooked chicken pieces.
- Finish Toppings and Serve: Drizzle the prepared bang bang sauce generously over the assembled bowls. Garnish with sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and chopped fresh cilantro if using. Serve immediately to enjoy the freshest flavors and textures.
Notes
- For a shortcut, use rotisserie chicken instead of cooking from scratch.
- Swap white or brown rice for cauliflower rice for a lower-carb alternative.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha in the sauce to match your preferred spice tolerance.
