Bang Bang Chicken Bowl
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Bang Bang Chicken Bowl, a delightful fusion of tender chicken, fluffy rice, and crunchy vegetables drizzled with a creamy spicy sauce. This easy-to-make dish bursts with taste and color, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or fun gatherings. Each bite promises an explosion of flavor that will keep you coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic.
- Cook the rice: combine rice and water (1:2 ratio) in a pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
- Sauté chicken: heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and garlic; cook until golden brown and fully cooked (7-10 minutes).
- Make the sauce: whisk together mayonnaise and Sriracha in a bowl until smooth.
- Toss it all together: coat the cooked chicken with the sauce and add diced bell peppers for crunch.
- Serve: spoon rice into bowls or plates, top with saucy chicken, and garnish as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, marinate the chicken before cooking. Feel free to swap chicken for shrimp or tofu based on your preference. Enhance with additional vegetables like snap peas or avocado.