Description

A vibrant and spicy Bang Bang Chicken Bowl featuring crispy baked or air-fried chicken, fresh veggies, rice, and a creamy sweet-chili sauce. Great for meal prep or a quick, flavorful dinner.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

2 chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
½ cup cornstarch or panko breadcrumbs
Salt & pepper (to taste)
Cooking spray or a drizzle of oil

For the Bowl:

2 cups cooked white or brown rice (or cauliflower rice)
1 cup shredded red cabbage
½ cup julienned carrots
½ cup sliced cucumbers
½ cup cooked edamame
2 green onions, chopped
Sesame seeds and cilantro (optional garnish)

For the Bang Bang Sauce:

½ cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
1–2 teaspoons sriracha (to taste)
1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup

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Instructions

Prepare the Chicken: Preheat oven to 400°F (or air fryer to 375°F). Toss chicken in cornstarch or panko with salt and pepper. Spread on baking sheet or in air fryer basket. Spray lightly with oil and bake/air fry for 15–20 minutes until golden and crispy.
Cook the Rice: Prepare rice using your preferred method. Set aside.
Make the Bang Bang Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together mayo, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey. Adjust heat or sweetness to taste.
Assemble the Bowl: In each serving bowl, layer rice, shredded cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, edamame, and crispy chicken. Drizzle generously with Bang Bang sauce.
Garnish and Serve: Top with green onions, sesame seeds, and cilantro if using. Serve immediately or store in containers for meal prep.

Notes

Use cauliflower rice for a low-carb version. The chicken can also be pan-fried if preferred. For extra crunch, double-coat the chicken with egg and panko.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Dish / Bowl
Method: Bake / Air Fry / Assemble
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 520
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 90mg