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Bang Bang Chicken Bowl

A fast, flavor-forward weeknight meal balancing crunchy, saucy chicken with crisp vegetables and fragrant jasmine rice.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
Coating and Frying
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying
Spicy Mayo
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha adjust to taste
Toppings
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup diced cucumber
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Toss the chicken pieces in the mixture until well coated.
  2. Pat the chicken pieces dry before coating to help the cornstarch adhere evenly.
Cooking
  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the coated chicken pieces in a single layer. Cook for about 5–7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
  2. For frying, use medium-high heat so the coating crisps quickly without overcooking the interior. Don’t overcrowd the pan—work in batches if needed to keep the chicken crispy.
Make Spicy Mayo
  1. In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha until smooth. Adjust the sriracha to your desired spice level.
Assemble Bowls
  1. To assemble the bowls, start with a base of jasmine rice. Top with the cooked chicken, shredded lettuce, diced cucumber, shredded carrots, and green onions.
  2. Drizzle the spicy mayo sauce over the top and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Store components separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days in the refrigerator. Reheat chicken in a skillet or oven at 350°F to help restore crispness; microwave rice with a splash of water and cover to steam.