Fiery Bang Bang Chicken Rice Bowl with Crispy Chili Garlic Kick
This fiery bang bang chicken rice bowl features crispy chicken tossed in a spicy chili garlic sauce, served over warm jasmine rice with fresh, crunchy vegetables. It’s bold, creamy, and balanced—perfect for a quick and exciting dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2–3 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized strips
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cups cooked jasmine or short-grain rice (warm)
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 carrot, julienned or in ribbons
- 1–2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise (or light mayo)
- 1 tablespoon sweet chili sauce
- 1–2 tablespoons Sriracha (to taste)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper, then toss with cornstarch until coated.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry chicken in batches until golden and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and minced garlic to make the bang bang sauce.
- Toss crispy chicken in the sauce until evenly coated.
- To assemble, add warm rice to each bowl and top with chicken, cucumber, carrot, and green onion.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve immediately.
Notes
- Swap chicken for tofu or shrimp for a different protein.
- Add cabbage or edamame for more color and nutrients.
- Use Greek yogurt or vegan mayo as a lighter alternative.
- Make ahead by prepping chicken and rice in advance; reheat and assemble fresh.
- Air-fry or bake the chicken for a lower-oil version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
