Name: Bang Bang Chicken Bowls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1 ¼ cups mayonnaise; ⅔ cup Thai sweet chili sauce; 2 tablespoons honey; 2 teaspoons Sriracha (or more to taste); 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper; 4 cups prepared white rice (warmed, divided); 2 cups red cabbage (thinly sliced, divided); 1 large carrot (julienned, divided); 1 medium cucumber (halved, sliced, divided); 1 large avocado (thinly sliced, divided); Fresh cilantro (chopped for garnish); Sesame seeds (for garnish)

Description

These Bang Bang Chicken Bowls are packed with protein, vibrant colors, and layers of flavor, all while being quick to prepare in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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1 ¼ cups mayonnaise
⅔ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
2 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons Sriracha (or more to taste)
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
4 cups prepared white rice (warmed, divided)
2 cups red cabbage (thinly sliced, divided)
1 large carrot (julienned, divided)
1 medium cucumber (halved, sliced, divided)
1 large avocado (thinly sliced, divided)
Fresh cilantro (chopped for garnish)
Sesame seeds (for garnish)

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Instructions

Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce: In a bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, honey, and Sriracha. Adjust the spice level to your liking—more Sriracha for those who enjoy a kick!
Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Season the chicken cubes with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add to the skillet and cook until the chicken is browned and fully cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
Assemble the Bowls: Start by placing a warm scoop of rice at the base of each bowl. Top it with the sautéed chicken, then layer on the red cabbage, carrot, cucumber, and avocado.
Drizzle and Garnish: Spoon the Bang Bang sauce generously over the top, and finish with fresh cilantro and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for that perfect touch.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Keep the sauce separate to maintain the freshness of the veggies.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 70mg