Satisfy Cravings with a Flavorful Bang Bang Chicken Bowl

This Bang Bang Chicken Bowl combines crispy chicken with a creamy, tangy sauce, ready in just 30 minutes for a delicious weeknight meal.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 bowls

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 lb chicken or substitute with tofu or tempeh

For the Sauce

1/2 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter option
1/4 cup chili sauce adjust to taste
2 tbsp soy sauce use tamari for gluten-free option
2 tbsp honey or maple syrup for vegan option
1 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed preferred

For Cooking

2 tbsp oil olive oil or canola oil

For Serving

4 cups rice or noodles any grain or noodle of choice works
3 scallions green onions freshly chopped for garnish

Equipment

large skillet
Mixing Bowl

Method

Prep and Cook

Gather your ingredients and chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a splash of oil. Add the chicken pieces and sauté for 7 to 10 minutes until golden brown.
While chicken is cooking, mix mayonnaise, chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, and lime juice in a bowl until well blended.
Pour the sauce over cooked chicken, stir to coat, and reduce heat to low. Let simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.
Serve over rice or noodles, top with chicken mixture, and garnish with green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze the cooked chicken and sauce in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.

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