Name: Healthy Bang Bang Chicken Bowl
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1 cup (240 ml) mayo; 1/4 cup (60 ml) sweet chili sauce; 3 tbsp (45 ml) sriracha; 2 large chicken breasts cut in half (or 4 small chicken breasts); 1/4 cup (60 ml) water or chicken broth; 2 tbsp (30 ml) soy sauce; 1 tbsp (15 ml) brown sugar; 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil; 1 tsp (5 ml) paprika; 1 tsp (5 ml) onion powder; 1/2 tsp (3 ml) ginger; 1/2 tsp (3 ml) black pepper; 1/2 tsp (3 ml) rice vinegar; 1/4 tsp (1 ml) red chili flakes; Salt if needed; 4 cups (960 ml) cooked jasmine rice (or rice of preference); 2 cups (480 ml) shredded cabbage; 1 cucumber (chopped); 1 green onion (chopped); Wonton strips (Optional); Sesame seeds (Optional)

Description

Discover how to make a delicious and nutritious Healthy Bang Bang Chicken Bowl with our easy-to-follow recipe. Perfect for a wholesome meal!

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup (240 ml) mayo
1/4 cup (60 ml) sweet chili sauce
3 tbsp (45 ml) sriracha
2 large chicken breasts cut in half (or 4 small chicken breasts)
1/4 cup (60 ml) water or chicken broth
2 tbsp (30 ml) soy sauce
1 tbsp (15 ml) brown sugar
1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil
1 tsp (5 ml) paprika
1 tsp (5 ml) onion powder
1/2 tsp (3 ml) ginger
1/2 tsp (3 ml) black pepper
1/2 tsp (3 ml) rice vinegar
1/4 tsp (1 ml) red chili flakes
Salt if needed
4 cups (960 ml) cooked jasmine rice (or rice of preference)
2 cups (480 ml) shredded cabbage
1 cucumber (chopped)
1 green onion (chopped)
Wonton strips (Optional)
Sesame seeds (Optional)

Instructions

Place the chicken breasts and marinade components into a medium bowl or a large Ziploc bag. Ensure the chicken is thoroughly coated by tossing it, then refrigerate for a minimum of 20-30 minutes.
As the chicken absorbs the marinade, prepare the bang bang sauce by combining mayo, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha in another medium bowl. Keep this mixture chilled until you are ready to use it.
Once the marination period is over, warm a tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat. Place the chicken in the pan and cook without turning for approximately 8 minutes (reduce to 5 minutes for thinner pieces). Turn the chicken over and continue cooking until it is nicely browned and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Let the chicken sit undisturbed for 3-5 minutes before slicing each piece.
To put together the bowls, start with 1 cup of rice, then add 1/2 cup of cabbage and 1/4 cup of cucumber. Add a portion of wonton strips and a sliced chicken breast on top.
Finish each bowl with the bang bang sauce, a sprinkle of green onions, and a few sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

Notes

Consider using Greek yogurt instead of mayo in the bang bang sauce for a lighter, tangier flavor. Add a dash of lime juice to the sauce for a citrusy kick that complements the sweet and spicy flavors. Top the bowls with crushed peanuts or cashews for extra crunch.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Calories: 450
Fat: 20g
Protein: 25g

Keywords: chili chicken, spicy mayo, skillet chicken, Asian bowl, bang bang sauce, jasmine rice