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Bang Bang Chicken Bowl

Bang Bang Chicken Bowl: Your New Favorite Quick Meal

Discover the Bang Bang Chicken Bowl, a quick and customizable meal bursting with flavor and freshness, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice Base
  • 2 cups Cooked Jasmine Rice Cook according to package instructions or use a rice cooker for best results.
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Cut into bite-sized pieces.
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch Creates a crispy texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Offers smokiness.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil For frying.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Can be swapped with Greek yogurt.
  • 1/4 cup Sweet Chili Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust according to taste.
For the Fresh Toppings
  • 2 cups Shredded Lettuce
  • 1 cup Diced Cucumber
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Green Onions
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds Optional, for added flavor and texture.

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • paper towels
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well to create a uniform coating. Toss in the chicken pieces until well coated.
  2. Heat around ½ inch of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the coated chicken pieces in a single layer and fry for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  3. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha until smooth. Adjust heat level if desired.
  4. Plate a scoop of jasmine rice, layer crispy chicken and fresh toppings, then drizzle sauce over and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
  5. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a vegetarian twist, swap chicken with crispy tofu or chickpeas. Store leftovers separately to maintain crispness.

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