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Bang Bang Chicken Bowl

Bang Bang Chicken Bowl: Creamy, Quick, and Customizable Delight

Indulge in a Bang Bang Chicken Bowl, a creamy, flavorful meal that's quick to prepare and packed with fresh veggies.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 1 tbsp neutral cooking oil
For the Rice
  • 2 cups rice white or brown, based on preference
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups broccoli florets fresh or frozen
  • 1 medium bell pepper red preferred
  • 1 medium carrot julienned
  • 2 stalks green onions chopped
  • to taste additional vegetables (snap peas, zucchini, spinach) customizable
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter sauce
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tbsp Sriracha sauce adjust for heat preference
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce low-sodium if desired
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For Garnish
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1 medium avocado sliced, optional

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • cooking pot

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all your ingredients for the Bang Bang Chicken Bowl. Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces and julienne the carrot. Cut the bell pepper into strips and separate the broccoli into florets. Slice the green onions and set aside.
  2. Cook the rice according to package instructions, typically rinsing and boiling. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until fluffy.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of neutral oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken, seasoning lightly with salt and pepper. Sauté for 6-8 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, soy sauce, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. In the same pan, stir-fry the broccoli, bell pepper, and carrots for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
  4. Return the chicken to the pan with vegetables. Add the cooked rice and mix for 1-2 minutes over low heat.
  5. Drizzle the sauce over the mixture, tossing until all ingredients are coated. Cook for an additional minute.
  6. Divide into bowls and garnish with sesame seeds, green onions, cilantro, and avocado slices if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Chop ingredients before cooking for efficiency. Rinse rice for better texture and use broth for flavor if desired. Adjust sauce heat to your preference. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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