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Bang Bang Chicken Bowl

Bang Bang Chicken Bowl: A Quick & Flavorful Weeknight Delight

Experience a delightful explosion of flavors with this Bang Bang Chicken Bowl, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian-Fusion
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for frying
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Mixed Vegetables options like broccoli, bell peppers, and snap peas
For the Base
  • 2 cups White Rice or swap for brown rice or quinoa
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise or dairy-free mayo
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha adjust for spice level
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh garlic
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice or lemon juice

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Medium Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, garlic powder, and lime juice. Set aside.
  2. Cut the chicken breast into cubes and season with salt and pepper. Let rest for 5 minutes.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet. Cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Sauté mixed vegetables in the same skillet for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
  5. In a serving bowl, layer rice, topped with chicken and vegetables, drizzled with Bang Bang sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use day-old rice for better texture. Store components separately for best results.

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