Description
This Bang Bang Chicken Bowl is a quick, flavorful dinner combining tender chicken, crisp veggies, fluffy rice, and a creamy, spicy-sweet sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prepping, or when you crave bold, satisfying flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast – lean protein that cooks quickly and absorbs flavor
- 1 cup cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower) – provides the base for your bowl
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, carrots) – adds crunch, color, and nutrients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil – prevents sticking and adds subtle flavor
- Salt and pepper to taste – enhances natural flavors
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise – creamy base for the Bang Bang sauce
- 2 tablespoons sriracha – delivers spicy kick
- 1 tablespoon honey – adds sweetness to balance the heat
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder – provides savory depth
- 1 teaspoon lime juice – brightens the sauce with zest
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions and set aside. For convenience, use pre-cooked or cauliflower rice if desired.
- Dice chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes until golden and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F).
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, garlic powder, and lime juice to create the Bang Bang sauce. Adjust spice and sweetness to taste.
- Add the mixed vegetables to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until just tender. Avoid overcooking for the best texture.
- Remove from heat. Pour the sauce over the chicken and veggies, tossing to coat evenly.
- Serve over rice and garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, or additional sriracha if desired.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked through.
- Adjust sriracha for desired spice level.
- Don’t overcook vegetables to maintain crispness.
- Cauliflower rice makes a great low-carb option.
- Pre-cut vegetables save time during prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American, Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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