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Bang Bang Chicken Bowl

Delicious Bang Bang Chicken Bowl: Quick, Easy, and Customizable

Enjoy a flavorful Bang Bang Chicken Bowl, a quick and customizable dish perfect for any weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowl
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Breast Can substitute with shrimp, tofu, or cauliflower.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Alternative oils: avocado oil or vegetable oil.
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Use dairy-free mayo for a dairy-free option.
  • 2 tbsp Sriracha Adjust amount to taste for less or more heat.
  • 1 tbsp Honey Consider maple syrup as a vegan substitute.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can also be used.
  • 1 tbsp Lime Juice Fresh lime juice is recommended for best flavor.
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Mixed Vegetables Options include broccoli, bell peppers, and snap peas.
For Serving
  • 2 cups Rice (white or brown) Day-old rice is preferred for best texture.

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • large skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Bang Bang Sauce by whisking together mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, garlic powder, and lime juice in a medium bowl.
  2. Cut chicken breast into bite-sized cubes and season with salt and pepper.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and cook chicken cubes until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. While chicken cooks, prepare vegetables by steaming or sautéing them until tender-crisp.
  5. Combine chicken with half of the Bang Bang sauce, layer rice in a bowl, add chicken, and top with vegetables and remaining sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken pieces are uniform for even cooking. Customize sauce to your preference and use day-old rice for the best texture.

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