Bang Bang Chicken Bowl
A delightful dish featuring crispy chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy spicy sauce, perfect for a quick meal or meal prep.
Ingredients
For the chicken coating
- 1/2 cup cornstarch To coat the chicken
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
For the chicken
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts Cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil For frying
For the spicy mayo sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha Adjust to taste
For the bowl assembly
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice As the base
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Sesame seeds For garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Toss the chicken pieces in the mixture until well coated.
- In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha until smooth. Adjust the sriracha to your desired spice level.
Cooking
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the coated chicken pieces in a single layer.
- Cook for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
Assembly
- To assemble the bowls, start with a base of jasmine rice.
- Top with the cooked chicken, shredded lettuce, diced cucumber, shredded carrots, and green onions.
- Drizzle the spicy mayo sauce over the top and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
For extra crunch, you can add roasted peanuts or chow mein noodles on top. If you prefer, use different vegetables like bell peppers or shredded cabbage. Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the chicken for a crispy coating.