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Bang Bang Chicken Bowl

Delicious Bang Bang Chicken Bowl for Quick Weeknight Dinners

Experience the vibrant flavors of the Bang Bang Chicken Bowl, a quick and customizable meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian-fusion
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound chicken breast cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for cooking chicken
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Veggies
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables customizable (e.g., broccoli, bell peppers)
For the Base
  • 3 cups rice preferably day-old rice
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • ½ cup mayonnaise creates creaminess
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha adjust to preference
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice adds brightness

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Preparation Instructions
  1. Whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, garlic powder, and lime juice in a medium bowl until well combined.
  2. Cut chicken breast into cubes and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook chicken pieces until golden brown and cooked through (about 6-8 minutes).
  4. Steam or sauté mixed vegetables in another pan until tender-crisp (about 4-5 minutes).
  5. Toss cooked chicken with half of the Bang Bang sauce; serve over rice with vegetables and drizzle remaining sauce on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, use day-old rice, and feel free to adjust the dish with your favorite vegetables or protein alternatives.

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