Bang Bang Chicken Bowl
Description
This Bang Bang Chicken Bowl features crispy chicken drizzled with creamy, spicy-sweet Bang Bang sauce, served over a bed of rice and fresh veggies. It’s inspired by Asian flavors and offers the perfect balance of crunch, creaminess, and tang.
Time Required
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
500 g (about 1 lb) boneless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
1 cup buttermilk (or ½ cup yogurt + ½ cup water)
1 cup cornstarch (or mix of cornstarch + flour)
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
Oil for frying
For the Bang Bang Sauce:
½ cup mayonnaise
3 tbsp sweet chili sauce
1–2 tbsp sriracha (adjust to spice preference)
1 tbsp honey or sugar
1 tsp rice vinegar or lime juice
For the Bowl Base:
2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice (or brown rice/quinoa)
1 cup shredded lettuce or cabbage
1 carrot, julienned
1 cucumber, thinly sliced
½ red bell pepper, sliced
1 green onion, chopped
Optional Toppings:
Toasted sesame seeds
Fresh cilantro or parsley
Extra sriracha or drizzle of sauce
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare Chicken
1. Marinate the chicken pieces in buttermilk for at least 15 minutes.
2. In a bowl, mix cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
3. Coat the marinated chicken in the dry mix.
4. Heat oil in a pan and fry the chicken until golden and crispy (about 5–6 minutes per batch).
5. Drain on paper towels.
Step 2: Make Bang Bang Sauce
1. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and vinegar until smooth.
2. Taste and adjust spice or sweetness as you like.
Step 3: Assemble the Bowl
1. Add rice to the base of your bowl.
2. Top with fresh veggies (lettuce, carrots, cucumbers, peppers).
3. Place crispy chicken on top.
4. Drizzle generously with Bang Bang sauce.
5. Sprinkle sesame seeds and herbs for garnish.
Nutritional Information (approx. per serving)
Calories: 590 kcal
Protein: 32 g
Carbohydrates: 52 g
Fat: 26 g
Fiber: 4 g
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Can I bake or air-fry the chicken instead of frying?
Yes! You can bake at 200°C (400°F) for 20–25 minutes or air fry at 190°C (375°F) for 15–18 minutes until crispy.
Q2: Can I make it vegetarian?
Absolutely — replace chicken with crispy tofu or cauliflower florets.
Q3: What can I use instead of mayonnaise?
Try Greek yogurt for a lighter, tangier version.
Q4: How to store leftovers?
Store chicken and veggies separately. Reheat the chicken in an oven or air fry
er and assemble fresh when ready to eat.
Would you like me to give you a grilled version of the Bang Bang Chicken Bowl (healthier and lower in calories)?