Easy Bang Bang Chicken Bowl Recipe
Easy Bang Bang Chicken Bowl Recipe featuring crispy seasoned chicken coated in a spicy-sweet bang bang sauce, served over jasmine rice with fresh vegetables and toppings.
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Ingredients
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- For the Chicken:
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tbsp avocado oil (or olive oil)
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1½ tsp paprika
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- For the Bang Bang Sauce:
- ½ cup light or avocado mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Thai sweet chili sauce
- 1–2 tbsp Sriracha (adjust to spice preference)
- ½ tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- For the Bowls (per serving):
- ½ cup cooked jasmine rice
- ⅓ cup shredded purple cabbage
- ⅓ cup steamed edamame
- ⅓ cup sliced cucumber
- ¼ cup shredded carrot
- ¼ avocado, sliced
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tbsp sliced green onion
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch, paprika, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to create a spice mixture. Set aside.
- Place the cubed chicken into a medium bowl. Drizzle with avocado oil and sprinkle the prepared spice mixture over the chicken. Toss thoroughly to coat each piece evenly.
- Cook the Chicken: Arrange the seasoned chicken in a single layer on a sheet pan. Roast in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for approximately 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned. Alternatively, pan-fry in a skillet over medium-high heat until cooked and slightly crispy. Transfer the cooked chicken to a clean bowl.
- Make the Bang Bang Sauce: While the chicken cooks, combine all the Bang Bang sauce ingredients (mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, soy sauce, lime juice, and garlic powder) in a small bowl. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
- Coat the Chicken: Add about ⅓ cup of the prepared Bang Bang sauce to the cooked chicken and toss gently to coat.
- Assemble the Bowls: For each serving, place ½ cup of warm jasmine rice in the bottom of a bowl. Arrange shredded purple cabbage, steamed edamame, sliced cucumber, and shredded carrot around the rice.
- Top with a portion of the sauced Bang Bang chicken. Garnish with sliced avocado, fresh chopped cilantro, sliced green onion, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Drizzle with additional Bang Bang sauce if desired, and serve immediately.