Ingredients
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
– 1 cup cornstarch
– 2 teaspoons salt
– 1 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– ½ teaspoon paprika
– ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat)
– 2 eggs, beaten
– 1 cup panko bread crumbs
– Vegetable oil, for frying
– 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or lettuce)
– 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice)
– ½ cup shredded carrots
– 1 cup diced cucumbers
– 1 cup sweet chili sauce
– 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
– 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
– Green onions, chopped for garnish
– Sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
Follow these straightforward steps to create your Bang Bang Chicken Bowl:
1. Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
2. Set Up Breading Station: In one bowl, combine cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper. In another bowl, beat the eggs. In a third bowl, place the panko bread crumbs.
3. Bread the Chicken: Dredge each piece of chicken in the cornstarch mixture, dip in the beaten eggs, then coat with panko bread crumbs.
4. Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
5. Fry the Chicken: Carefully add the breaded chicken pieces to the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Work in batches if necessary.
6. Drain Oil: Once cooked, place the chicken on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
7. Prepare Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together sweet chili sauce, mayonnaise, and sriracha. Adjust the spice level as desired.
8. Assemble Bowls: Start with a base of cooked rice, add mixed greens, shredded carrots, and diced cucumbers.
9. Top with Chicken: Add the crispy chicken pieces on top of the vegetables.
10. Drizzle Sauce: Generously drizzle the Bang Bang sauce over everything.
11. Garnish: Top with chopped green onions and sesame seeds for added flavor and crunch.
These steps will guide you in crafting a delicious Bang Bang Chicken Bowl that will impress everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 600 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 28g