Description
A delicious and nutritious Bang Bang Chicken Bowl featuring crispy chicken, fresh veggies, and a creamy spicy sauce, perfect for a satisfying meal at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup cornstarch (or tapioca starch for gluten-free)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (or avocado oil)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust for spice level)
- 2 cups steamed rice (white or brown, or cauliflower rice)
- 2 cups shredded cabbage (or iceberg lettuce)
- 2 scallions, chopped (or chives for a milder flavor)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and pat dry with paper towels.
- Coat the Chicken: In a bowl, mix cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Toss the chicken pieces to coat evenly.
- Fry the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken in batches for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce: In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha to taste.
- Assemble the Bowl: Start with rice in a bowl, layer with fried chicken, add shredded cabbage, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with scallions.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately while hot for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure crispy chicken. Store leftovers in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Bang Bang Chicken Bowl, Healthy Fast Food, Crispy Chicken Recipe