Bang Bang Chicken Bowl (Print-Friendly Recipe)
Tender chicken, mixed vegetables, and creamy spicy-sweet sauce come together for a quick meal.
# Ingredients List:
→ Protein
01 -
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
→ Grains
02 -
1 cup cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower)
→ Vegetables
03 -
1 cup mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, carrots)
→ Fats and Oils
04 -
2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Seasonings
05 -
Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Sauce
06 -
1/2 cup mayonnaise
07 -
2 tablespoons sriracha
08 -
1 tablespoon honey
09 -
1 teaspoon garlic powder
10 -
1 teaspoon lime juice
# How to Make It:
01 -
Prepare the rice according to package instructions or using a rice cooker. Set aside once cooked.
02 -
Cut chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season evenly with salt and pepper.
03 -
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
04 -
Combine mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, garlic powder, and lime juice in a small bowl. Adjust seasoning to taste.
05 -
Stir mixed vegetables into the skillet with chicken and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
06 -
Remove skillet from heat and pour sauce over chicken and vegetables, stirring to coat thoroughly. Serve over rice and garnish as desired.
# Extra Information:
01 -
Use a meat thermometer to confirm chicken is fully cooked at 165°F.
02 -
Adjust sriracha and honey in the sauce to customize spice and sweetness levels.
03 -
Avoid overcooking vegetables to maintain texture and nutrients.
04 -
For a low-carb alternative, substitute cauliflower rice.
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Optional garnish options include green onions or sesame seeds.