Description
This Bang Bang Chicken Bowl is a vibrant, flavorful dish combining tender chicken, crisp veggies, and a creamy, spicy-sweet sauce. Perfect for lunch or dinner, it’s easy to prepare and bursting with bold flavors that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 3 green onions, chopped
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp Sriracha sauce (adjust for spice level)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oil (for cooking)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook rice according to package instructions and set aside.
- In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and soy sauce to make the Bang Bang sauce.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and slice.
- In the same skillet, lightly sauté broccoli, bell pepper, and carrot for 3–4 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
- Assemble bowls with rice, vegetables, and sliced chicken. Drizzle Bang Bang sauce on top.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Adjust Sriracha according to your preferred spice level.
- Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for a different protein.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-Fry / Bowl
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired