Bang Bang Chicken Bowl
A comforting bowl filled with tender diced chicken, creamy sweet-chili mayonnaise, and fresh vegetables, perfect for weeknight dinners and customizable for any season.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked rice, warm
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced Can substitute with chicken thighs for juicier meat
- ½ cup mayonnaise Can substitute half with plain yogurt
- 3 tbsp sweet chili sauce Adjust for sweetness and heat as desired
- 1 tbsp soy sauce Use low-sodium for better control over salt
- 2 tbsp green onions, sliced
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted Toast in a skillet until golden for added flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add the diced chicken. Cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring frequently, until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned.
- Tip: Pat the chicken dry with paper towels before cooking to help it brown better.
- Variation: For oven roasting, toss chicken with oil, salt, and pepper, spread on a baking tray, and roast at 425°F (220°C) for 12–15 minutes, stirring once.
- Variation: Grill the chicken on skewers or use an air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 8–10 minutes.
Making the Sauce
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and soy sauce until smooth.
- Taste and adjust as needed, adding more sweet chili sauce or mayo for desired flavor.
Combine and Assemble
- Add the cooked chicken to the sauce and stir until well coated. Let it sit for a minute.
- Assemble by placing 1 cup of warm rice in each serving bowl and topping with the Bang Bang chicken mixture, green onions, carrots, and cilantro. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Notes
Store leftovers separately in airtight containers. Reheat chicken gently or in microwave. You can also make the chicken and sauce a day ahead.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g
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