Irresistibly Spicy Bang Bang Chicken Bowl: Easy Dinner Delight
A quick and delicious Bang Bang Chicken Bowl featuring tender chicken, creamy sauce, and fresh veggies.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 550kcal
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup Thai Sweet Chili Sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts (cubed)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups white rice prepared
- 1 cup red cabbage thinly sliced
- 1 cup carrot julienned
- 1 cup cucumber halved, sliced
- 1 avocado thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped, for garnish
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, honey, and Sriracha until smooth. Set aside.
- Toss the cubed chicken with vegetable oil, paprika, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and cook chicken for 11-12 minutes. Toss in ½ cup of the prepared Bang Bang sauce to coat.
- For skillet method, season chicken, cook in a hot skillet with oil for 8-10 minutes, and drizzle with ½ cup of Bang Bang sauce.
- Divide rice among bowls, layer with red cabbage, carrots, and cucumber. Add Bang Bang chicken and finish with avocado, sauce, cilantro, and sesame seeds.
- Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Prepare sauce ahead of time for convenience.
- Use leftover rice to save time.
- Store leftovers separately to maintain crunch.
- Avoid overcrowding in air fryer or skillet.
- Adjust Sriracha for personalized spice level.
- Experiment with different veggies.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 550kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 20g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 900mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 10g