Bang Bang Chicken Bowl
A loud, unapologetic bowl filled with perfectly cooked chicken and a spicy-sweet Bang Bang sauce, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking
- ½ tsp salt to season
- ¼ tsp black pepper to season
For the Bang Bang Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise can be substituted with Greek yogurt if desired
- 3 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 1-2 tsp sriracha adjust for spice level
- 1 tsp honey (optional) can be omitted
- 1 clove garlic, minced
For the Bowl
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice as the base
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 cup red cabbage, shredded
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced
- to taste optional sesame seeds for garnish
- to taste optional fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
Cooking the Chicken
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until golden and fully cooked, about 6–8 minutes.
Making the Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and garlic to make the Bang Bang sauce.
- Drizzle half of the sauce over the cooked chicken and toss to coat.
Assembling the Bowl
- Assemble bowls with rice as the base.
- Top with chicken, carrots, cucumber, red cabbage, and green onions.
- Drizzle remaining Bang Bang sauce over the top.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and cilantro, if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
Don't crowd the pan while cooking the chicken. If the sauce seems thick, thin with a splash of water. Taste as you go. For a crispy finish, broil for a minute but keep a close watch.