Description
A cozy and comforting Bang Bang Chicken Bowl filled with tender chicken, zesty sauces, and vibrant veggies, perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Olive oil or halal vegetable oil for frying
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (for vegan alternative)
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce or coconut aminos (for gluten-free)
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice or alternative grain
- 1 cup shredded lettuce (green leaf or romaine)
- 1/2 cup sliced cucumbers
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Pat the chicken dry using paper towels, then toss with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Dredge in cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Fry the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate.
- Whisk together the Bang Bang sauce: In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, chili garlic sauce, honey, and soy sauce, adjusting spice level as desired.
- Assemble your bowl: Start with jasmine rice as the base, layer with lettuce, cucumbers, and carrots. Add crispy chicken and drizzle with Bang Bang sauce. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
For extra crunch, allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes after frying before assembling the bowl.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian