Bang Bang Chicken Bowls Recipe
Bang Bang Chicken Bowls are a flavorful and vibrant meal featuring crispy chicken bites coated in a spicy, creamy bang bang sauce. Served over a bed of jasmine rice and shredded cabbage, and topped with fresh vegetables and crunchy chow mein noodles, this dish offers a perfect balance of textures and bold flavors for a satisfying and easy-to-make dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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Chicken and Sauce
- 2 pounds chicken breast
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons sriracha
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 teaspoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon sriracha
Base and Vegetables
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 12 ounces shredded cabbage
- 1 red bell pepper (or 2 if they are small), sliced
- 8 ounces snap peas
- 1 cup shredded carrots
Toppings
- ½ cup crunchy chow mein noodles
- ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
- 3 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Cook the Rice: Prepare jasmine rice according to the package instructions until fluffy and set aside.
- Make the Bang Bang Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice until smooth and well combined. Set aside.
- Prepare the Chicken: Cut chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces. In a mixing bowl, add chicken pieces and season with sesame oil, cornstarch, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and sriracha. Mix thoroughly to coat the chicken evenly with the seasoning.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of oil. Once the oil is hot, place the chicken bites in a single layer. Cook for 3-4 minutes without moving to get a nice sear, then flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and slightly crispy.
- Toss Chicken with Sauce: Remove the chicken from heat and immediately toss with the prepared bang bang sauce to evenly coat each piece.
- Assemble the Bowls: In each bowl, start with a base layer of jasmine rice and shredded cabbage. Arrange red bell pepper slices, snap peas, and shredded carrots over the base. Add the bang bang chicken bites on top.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle crunchy chow mein noodles and sliced green onions over the assembled bowl. Drizzle additional sweet chili sauce on top for extra flavor and heat.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, increase the amount of sriracha in the sauce or on the chicken.
- Use gluten-free cornstarch and chow mein noodles if you need a gluten-free version.
- Substitute mayonnaise with vegan mayo for a dairy-free option.
- Make sure the skillet is hot before adding chicken to ensure a crispy exterior.
- Leftover bang bang sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Keywords: Bang Bang Chicken, Chicken Bowl, Asian Chicken Recipe, Spicy Chicken, Sriracha Chicken, Easy Dinner
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