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Bang Bang Chicken Bowls Recipe

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This easy Bang Bang Chicken Bowl recipe features tender cubed chicken breasts coated in a flavorful spicy-sweet sauce, served over jasmine rice with sautéed carrots and red cabbage. A creamy and zesty mayo-honey sauce with a kick of hot sauce complements the dish perfectly, making it a delicious meal prep or weeknight dinner option packed with vibrant flavors and textures.

  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Ingredients

Chicken and Coating

  • 1/4 cup tapioca starch (or potato starch)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed (about 3 cups)
  • 2 Tablespoons avocado oil

Sauce

  • 3 Tablespoons avocado mayo (divided)
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 3 Tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1-2 Tablespoons hot sauce
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Vegetables

  • 1 Tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1 1/2 cups sliced carrots
  • 2 cups sliced red cabbage
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Base and Garnish

  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
  • 1 medium cucumber, sliced
  • Freshly squeezed lime juice, to taste
  • 1 medium green onion stalk, chopped (for garnish)
  • Black sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Combine Seasonings: In a medium bowl, mix together the tapioca starch, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and paprika until well combined to create the chicken coating.
  2. Coat Chicken: Add the cubed chicken breasts to the bowl and toss thoroughly until each piece is evenly coated with the seasoned starch mixture.
  3. Cook Chicken in Skillet: Heat 2 tablespoons avocado oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the coated chicken pieces and cook undisturbed for 5-8 minutes to develop a golden crust. Flip the chicken pieces and cook for another 5-8 minutes, until browned and fully cooked, then stir briefly to break up any clumps.
  4. Mix Sauce Ingredients: While the chicken cooks, combine 1 tablespoon of avocado mayo, honey, sweet chili sauce, hot sauce, minced garlic, and salt in a large bowl. Set aside approximately 1/4 cup of this sauce mixture for later use.
  5. Drain Chicken: Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil. This step is optional but helps reduce greasiness.
  6. Coat Chicken in Sauce: Add the drained chicken to the large bowl with the sauce and toss thoroughly until every piece is fully coated with the flavorful sauce.
  7. Sauté Vegetables: Add 1 tablespoon avocado oil to the same skillet and heat over medium-high heat. Add sliced carrots and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until they start to soften. Then add sliced red cabbage, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; continue cooking for another 5-7 minutes until the cabbage softens.
  8. Prepare Bowls with Rice and Cucumber: While vegetables cook, warm cooked jasmine rice and evenly divide it into 4 serving bowls or containers. Arrange sliced cucumbers over the rice and drizzle each with freshly squeezed lime juice to brighten flavors.
  9. Finish Sauce: Take the reserved 1/4 cup sauce and whisk in the remaining 2 tablespoons of avocado mayo until smooth and creamy. This will be the drizzle sauce for each bowl.
  10. Assemble Bowls: Top each rice and cucumber base with sautéed carrots and cabbage, followed by the coated Bang Bang chicken. Garnish with chopped green onions and a sprinkle of black sesame seeds if desired. Drizzle the creamy extra sauce generously over each bowl and serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can substitute potato starch if tapioca starch is unavailable.
  • Adjust the hot sauce amount according to your preferred spice level.
  • Using avocado oil keeps the dish healthy and adds a mild flavor that complements the sauce.
  • For meal prep, store sauce separately and add just before serving to maintain freshness.
  • Black sesame seeds add a nice visual contrast but are optional.

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