Bang Bang Chicken Bowl
A fun and delicious meal featuring tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy sauce. Customizable for spice levels and veggies.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- 3 stalks green onions, chopped For garnish
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce Adjust for spice level
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons oil (for cooking)
- to garnish Sesame seeds
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by cutting the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season them with salt and pepper.
Cooking the Chicken
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Sautéing the Vegetables
- In the same skillet, add broccoli, red bell pepper, and carrot.
- Sauté for about 3-5 minutes, until they are tender yet crisp.
Making the Sauce
- In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and soy sauce until well combined.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables.
- Pour the sauce over everything and stir well to coat evenly.
Assembling the Bowls
- In serving bowls, place a layer of cooked rice as the base.
- Spoon the chicken and vegetable mixture over the rice.
- Top each bowl with chopped green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for an added touch.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your Bang Bang Chicken Bowl while it’s fresh and hot!
Notes
Cook your chicken in batches if you have a lot to avoid overcrowding the skillet. Feel free to add other vegetables like snap peas or corn for extra flavor and nutrition. Adjust the sauce ingredients according to your taste.