Bang Bang Chicken Bowl Recipe
A flavorful and quick Bang Bang Chicken Bowl featuring tender sautéed chicken, crispy mixed vegetables, and a creamy spicy sauce served over your choice of rice. Perfect for a wholesome weeknight dinner that balances heat, sweetness, and savory flavors.
- Author: Lily
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
For the Chicken Bowl
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 cup cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower)
- 1 cup mixed veggies (broccoli, bell peppers, carrots)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Bang Bang Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sriracha
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- Cook the Rice: Start by cooking your rice according to the package instructions. Set it aside once ready. Using a rice cooker can simplify this step and ensure perfectly cooked rice.
- Prepare the Chicken: While the rice is cooking, cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. Season generously with salt and pepper to enhance flavor and promote even cooking.
- Sauté the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and fully cooked, approximately 6-8 minutes. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F for safety.
- Mix the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, garlic powder, and lime juice. Adjust sriracha or honey to your preferred level of spiciness or sweetness.
- Add the Vegetables: Add the mixed veggies to the skillet with the chicken, cooking an additional 2-3 minutes until vegetables are tender yet still slightly crisp to maintain texture and nutrients.
- Combine and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat and pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Stir thoroughly to coat everything evenly. Serve the Bang Bang chicken mixture over a bed of cooked rice. Garnish with extra sriracha or chopped green onions if desired for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to check that chicken reaches 165°F to ensure safety.
- Adjust sauce spice and sweetness according to your taste preferences.
- Don’t overcook vegetables to keep their crispness and nutrients intact.
- Cauliflower rice is a great low-carb alternative to traditional rice.
- Garnish with chopped green onions or extra sriracha for an extra pop of flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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