Bang Bang Chicken Bowl
This Bang Bang Chicken Bowl is a spicy, creamy, and crispy chicken dish served over fluffy rice with fresh toppings—ready in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless chicken breast diced
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha adjust to taste
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp oil for frying
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup diced cucumber
- Green onions & sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Make the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey until smooth. Set aside.
- Prep the Chicken: Pat the chicken dry and toss with cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 7–9 minutes, turning to brown all sides until crispy and cooked through.
- Add the Sauce: Remove from heat and toss the hot chicken with the prepared sauce until well coated.
- Assemble the Bowl: Divide cooked jasmine rice into bowls. Top with saucy chicken, shredded carrots, cucumber, green onions, and sesame seeds.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately while warm and crispy. Add extra sauce or toppings if desired.
Notes
Pros
- Ready in under 30 minutes
- Bold, restaurant-style flavor at home
- Easily customizable with toppings
- Budget-friendly ingredients
- Great for meal prep
Cons
- Not ideal for those avoiding spice
- Loses crispiness when reheated in the microwave
- May not be suitable for strict low-fat diets