Bang Bang Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe

The Bang Bang Chicken Rice Bowl is a flavorful and satisfying dish that combines crispy chicken with fresh vegetables and a creamy sauce.

This recipe is perfect for those looking for yummy dinner ideas that are easy to prepare and budget-friendly.

With its delicious blend of textures and flavors, this healthy rice bowl is a great option for anyone seeking easy, cheap, healthy meals.

The combination of chicken, rice, and vibrant veggies makes it a delightful choice for chicken bowls.

Delicious Bang Bang Chicken Bowl

This Bang Bang Bowl features tender chicken pieces coated in a crispy batter, served over a bed of rice and mixed greens

The dish is topped with a zesty Bang Bang sauce, making it a perfect meal for dinner, lunch or any other occasion.

Servings & Time

• Servings: 2
• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

For the Crispy Chicken:

• 2 chicken breasts or thighs, cut into small pieces
• ½ cup buttermilk
• ½ cup cornstarch + ½ cup flour
• ½ tsp each garlic powder & smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Oil for frying

For the Bang Bang Sauce:

• ¼ cup mayo
• 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
• 1 tbsp sriracha
• 1 tsp honey
• 1 tsp rice vinegar

For the Bowl:

• 1 cup cooked rice
• 1 cup mixed greens
• ½ cup sliced cucumber
• 1 carrot, thin strips
• Chopped cilantro
• Lime wedges for garnish

Instructions

1- Marinate Chicken:

• In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with buttermilk.
• Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.

2. Prepare the Coating:

• In another bowl, mix the cornstarch, flour, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.

3. Coat the Chicken:

• Remove the chicken from the buttermilk and dredge it in the flour mixture until well coated.

4. Fry the Chicken:

• Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
• Fry the chicken pieces until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
• Remove and drain on paper towels.

5. Make the Bang Bang Sauce:

• In a small bowl, whisk together mayo, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and rice vinegar until smooth.

6. Assemble the Bowl:

• In a bowl, layer cooked rice, mixed greens, sliced cucumber, and carrot strips.
• Top with crispy chicken and drizzle with Bang Bang sauce.

7. Garnish:

• Finish with chopped cilantro and lime wedges.
• Serve immediately.

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