Description
Indulge in the zesty flavors of this Bang Bang Chicken Bowl, a satisfying meal that balances tender chicken pieces coated in a spicy sauce with a bed of fluffy jasmine rice and crisp vegetables. This Asian-inspired dish is perfect for a quick and flavorful dinner option.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
For the Bowl:
- 3 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 2 cups shredded lettuce or cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup cucumber slices
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds (optional)
For the Bang Bang Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
Instructions
- Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and rice vinegar until smooth. Set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: Toss chicken pieces with cornstarch, salt, and pepper until coated. Cook in a skillet with vegetable oil until golden and cooked through.
- Coat the Chicken: Remove cooked chicken from heat and toss with half of the prepared Bang Bang Sauce.
- Assemble the Bowl: Divide cooked rice into bowls, top with lettuce, carrots, cucumber, and chicken. Drizzle with remaining sauce and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
- For a lighter version, consider baking or air frying the chicken.
- Adjust sriracha to control the spiciness of the dish.
- Rice can be substituted with quinoa or cauliflower rice for a low-carb alternative.
