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Perfect Bang Bang Chicken Bowl: Easy 20-Minute Meal

Perfect Bang Bang Chicken Bowl


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  • Author: Lily Taylor
  • Total Time: 20
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Peri-vegetarian

Description

A vibrant, protein-packed meal with tender chicken tossed in a creamy chili sauce, served over rice with crisp vegetables. Ideal for quick weeknight dinners with bold Asian fusion flavors.


Ingredients

Scale

1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 cups cooked jasmine rice
1/3 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp Sriracha
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp fresh lime juice
2 medium carrots, julienned
2 cups broccoli florets
1 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
2 green onions, sliced


Instructions

Whisk mayonnaise, Sriracha, brown sugar, and lime juice for the sauce.
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium-high. Cook chicken 6-8 minutes until golden and cooked through. Toss in sauce to coat.
Meanwhile, blanch broccoli in boiling water 2 minutes and shock in ice water. Thinly julienne carrots.
Assemble bowls with rice, chicken, veggies, green onions, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

Notes

Adjust Sriracha amount for spice level
Use zucchini or snap peas as carrot alternatives
Store leftovers in airtight containers up to 3 days
Substitute quinoa for rice for a low-carb version

  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 10
  • Category: Meals
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 485
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 570mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg