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Bang Bang Chicken Bowls Recipe

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Bang Bang Chicken Bowls combine tender, spicy chicken bites tossed in a creamy and tangy bang bang sauce with fresh vegetables and jasmine rice for a vibrant, flavorful meal that’s easy to prepare and perfect for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 2 pounds chicken breast
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons sriracha
  • 2 tablespoons oil (for cooking)

For the Bang Bang Sauce:

  • ⅓ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 teaspoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha

For the Bowls:

  • 2 cups jasmine rice
  • 12 ounces shredded cabbage
  • 1 red bell pepper (or 2 if small), sliced
  • 8 ounces snap peas
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • ½ cup crunchy chow mein noodles
  • ¼ cup sweet chili sauce (for topping)
  • 3 green onions, sliced

Instructions

  1. Cook the Rice: Cook jasmine rice according to package directions until tender and fluffy. Set aside and keep warm.
  2. Prepare Bang Bang Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice until smooth and well combined.
  3. Season the Chicken: Cut chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces. In a large bowl, toss chicken with sesame oil, cornstarch, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and 2 teaspoons sriracha until all pieces are evenly coated with the seasoning.
  4. Cook the Chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces in a single layer, allowing them to cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes. Flip the chicken and cook for another 4-5 minutes, or until fully cooked through and golden brown.
  5. Toss Chicken with Sauce: Remove the cooked chicken from heat and immediately toss with the prepared bang bang sauce to coat each piece well.
  6. Assemble the Bowls: In each bowl, create a base with jasmine rice and shredded cabbage. Arrange sliced red bell pepper, snap peas, shredded carrots, and the bang bang chicken bites on top.
  7. Add Final Toppings: Sprinkle crunchy chow mein noodles and sliced green onions over the assembled bowl. Drizzle with additional sweet chili sauce for extra flavor and garnish.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken breast with chicken thighs for juicier meat.
  • Adjust sriracha amount in the sauce and chicken seasoning to your desired spice level.
  • For a gluten-free option, ensure sweet chili sauce and chow mein noodles are gluten-free or omit noodles.
  • Make bang bang sauce ahead of time and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
  • Serve immediately for best texture; leftover sauces can be stored separately.

Keywords: Bang Bang Chicken, Chicken Bowls, Spicy Chicken, Asian-inspired Bowl, Quick Dinner, Easy Chicken Recipe

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