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Creamy bang bang chicken bowl features succulent chicken coated in a spicy and creamy sauce served over rice and colorful vegetables, perfect for a delicious and easy meal.

BANG BANG CHICKEN BLISS BOWL

This Creamy Bang Bang Chicken Bowl is a flavor explosion of sweet, spicy, and creamy. Juicy chicken is tossed in a dreamy sauce and served over rice with fresh vegetables for a quick and customizable weeknight meal that's perfect for meal prepping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tbsp Sriracha
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • 4 cups cooked rice white, brown, or jasmine
  • 2 cups broccoli florets, steamed or roasted
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • Optional: Sliced avocado
  • Optional: Chopped peanuts
  • Optional: Bean sprouts

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • Large skillet or wok
  • small bowl
  • whisk
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • Serving bowls

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, toss the chicken pieces with cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Ensure each piece is evenly coated.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  3. Once the oil is shimmering, add the chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Don't overcrowd the pan – cook in batches if necessary to ensure even browning.
  4. While the chicken is cooking, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, rice vinegar, and soy sauce in a small bowl. Taste and adjust the seasonings to your liking.
  5. Once the chicken is cooked, remove the skillet from the heat and pour the Bang Bang sauce over the chicken. Toss to coat evenly.
  6. In a bowl, layer cooked rice, broccoli florets, and shredded carrots.
  7. Top with the saucy Bang Bang Chicken.
  8. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Add any other toppings you desire.

Notes

For extra crispy chicken, pat the chicken dry before coating it with cornstarch. Adjust the amount of sriracha to control the spice level. The Bang Bang sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week. Store leftover chicken and rice separately to prevent the rice from becoming soggy. Reheat the chicken in a skillet and the rice in the microwave. Consider adding a squeeze of lime juice to the finished bowl for brightness. For a lower calorie version, use light mayonnaise and less honey.