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Bang Bang Chicken Bowl

Bang Bang Chicken Bowl: Quick, Crispy Family Favorite

Enjoy a delightful Bang Bang Chicken Bowl, featuring crispy chicken and a creamy, spicy sauce, perfect for family dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Can substitute with shrimp or tofu
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch For coating chicken
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil For frying
For the Rice Base
  • 2 cups Cooked Jasmine Rice Can use brown rice or quinoa
For the Fresh Toppings
  • 1 cup Shredded Lettuce
  • 1 cup Diced Cucumber
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Green Onions
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Can use Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 1/4 cup Sweet Chili Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust to taste
For Garnishing
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds For topping

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Large Bowl
  • whisk
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until evenly combined. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and coat thoroughly.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until reaching 350°F. Add chicken in a single layer and fry for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Drain on a wire rack.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha to prepare the creamy sauce.
  4. Assemble bowls by placing jasmine rice at the bottom. Layer with crispy chicken, shredded lettuce, cucumber, carrots, and green onions.
  5. Drizzle the creamy sauce over the assembled ingredients and sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure the oil is hot enough for frying and do not overcrowd the skillet to maintain crispiness.

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