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Bang Bang Chicken Rice Bowl

A delicious and versatile bowl filled with crispy chicken, a creamy and spicy bang bang sauce, fresh veggies, and warm rice, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the rice
  • 2 cups white rice (jasmine or brown) Cook per package instructions
For the chicken
  • 1 pound chicken breast Cut into bite-sized pieces or strips
  • 1 teaspoon salt For seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon pepper For seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons oil For cooking
  • flour or panko Optional for a crispier finish
For the bang bang sauce
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha or hot sauce Adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lime or rice vinegar
For the slaw and toppings
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage or mixed slaw Tossed with rice vinegar and sugar
  • 1 medium cucumber Sliced
  • 1 medium carrot Shredded
  • 4 scallions green onions Chopped
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds For topping
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro For topping

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the rice according to package instructions to achieve a fluffy texture.
  2. Pat the chicken dry and cut into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until golden and cooked through.
  4. For extra crispiness, consider coating the chicken with flour or panko or using an air fryer.
Making the Sauce
  1. Mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime/vinegar in a bowl to create the bang bang sauce.
  2. Taste and adjust the heat and sweetness as necessary.
Preparing the Slaw
  1. Toss shredded cabbage or mixed slaw with rice vinegar and a pinch of sugar.
Assembly
  1. In serving bowls, add warm rice as the base.
  2. Layer slaw on top of the rice and add the cooked chicken.
  3. Drizzle the bang bang sauce over the chicken and top with sesame seeds, cilantro, and green onions.

Notes

Serve immediately while the chicken is warm. Use leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken for a quicker option. For an extra flavor kick, serve with lime wedges and additional toppings like sriracha or pickled vegetables.