Description
A flavorful, quick, and easy Bang Bang Chicken Bowl recipe with tender chicken, mixed veggies, and a creamy, spicy-sweet Bang Bang sauce. Perfect for beginner cooks, this customizable dish offers a vibrant, satisfying meal that’s ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 cup cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice)
- 1 cup mixed veggies (broccoli, bell peppers, carrots)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare rice according to package instructions and set aside.
- Cut chicken breast into bite-sized pieces, season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sauté for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, garlic powder, and lime juice. Taste and adjust spice or sweetness as needed.
- Toss in mixed veggies and sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes until tender but crisp.
- Pour the Bang Bang sauce over the chicken and veggies, stirring to coat evenly. Serve over rice and garnish with extra sriracha or green onions if desired.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F.
- Adjust the sauce based on your preferred spice level.
- Don’t overcook the vegetables to retain their texture.
- For a low-carb option, swap rice with cauliflower rice.
- Garnish with green onions or sesame seeds for added flavor and crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American, Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
