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Bang Bang Chicken Bowl

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A creamy, spicy, and satisfying chicken rice bowl layered with tender seasoned chicken, fresh vegetables, and sweet-spicy bang bang sauce.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds chicken breast or chicken thighs
  • 4 cups cooked white rice or jasmine rice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup sliced cucumber
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons sriracha
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken for 6 to 8 minutes per side, or until golden and fully cooked.
  3. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice it into strips.
  4. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey or maple syrup, and lime juice until smooth.
  5. Add cooked rice to serving bowls.
  6. Top with sliced chicken, shredded cabbage, carrots, cucumber, and green onions.
  7. Drizzle the bang bang sauce over the bowls.
  8. Garnish with sesame seeds and serve.

Notes

  • Use shrimp instead of chicken for a lighter variation.
  • Swap rice for cauliflower rice, brown rice, or quinoa if preferred.
  • Add chopped peanuts, crispy wonton strips, or extra cabbage for more crunch.
  • Add extra sriracha for a spicier sauce.
  • Store chicken, rice, vegetables, and sauce separately for best texture.
  • Cooked chicken and rice keep in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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