Bang Bang Chicken Bowl (Print Version)
Juicy chicken, fresh veggies, and spicy-sweet sauce over fluffy rice for a quick, flavor-packed meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
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1 cup cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower)
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1 cup mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, carrots)
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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Salt and pepper to taste
→ For the Sauce
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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2 tablespoons sriracha
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1 tablespoon honey
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon lime juice
# Steps:
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Start by cooking your rice according to the package instructions. Set it aside once ready. Use a rice cooker for convenience and consistent results.
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Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper. Cutting the chicken into smaller pieces allows it to cook quickly and evenly.
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and sauté until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Ensure the skillet is hot before adding chicken to prevent sticking. Chicken is fully cooked at an internal temperature of 165°F.
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In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, garlic powder, and lime juice. Adjust sriracha for spiciness or honey for sweetness as desired. The sauce should be creamy, spicy, and sweet.
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Once the chicken is cooked, toss in mixed vegetables and cook for 2-3 minutes until tender but slightly crisp to retain texture and nutrients.
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Remove the skillet from heat, pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables, and stir to coat evenly. Serve over rice and garnish with extra sriracha or chopped green onions if desired.
# Helpful Notes:
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Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked through.
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Adjust the amount of sriracha and honey in the sauce to achieve your preferred spice and sweetness level.
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Do not overcook vegetables to maintain their texture and nutrition.
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For a low-carb alternative, substitute rice with cauliflower rice.