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Bang Bang Chicken Bowl

Bang Bang Chicken Bowl

Bang Bang chicken bowl is a flavorful, satisfying dish with crispy chicken, fresh veggies, rice, and a creamy spicy-sweet bang bang sauce, perfect for lunch or dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian-inspired
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

For the chicken

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour use gluten-free flour if needed
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs or gluten-free breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Cooking oil spray or vegetable oil for frying

  • For the bang bang sauce
  • cup mayonnaise use dairy-free mayo if needed
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha adjust for spice level
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup

For the bowls

  • 2 cups cooked white or brown rice or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup sliced cucumber
  • ½ cup chopped red bell pepper
  • ¼ cup sliced green onions
  • Sesame seeds and lime wedges for garnish

Instructions
 

Prepare the chicken

  • Set up a breading station with three separate bowls: one for flour, one for beaten eggs, and one for breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Dip each chicken piece into the flour, then the egg, and finally the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated.

Cook the chicken

  • For frying: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 3–4 minutes per side. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
  • For air frying: Lightly spray the breaded chicken with cooking oil and air fry at 375°F for 12–15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
  • For baking: Arrange the chicken on a greased baking sheet, spray lightly with oil, and bake at 400°F for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Make the bang bang sauce

  • In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey until smooth. Taste and adjust the spice or sweetness to your liking.

Assemble the bowls

  • Start by dividing the cooked rice between four bowls. Top each with the crispy chicken, shredded carrots, cucumber, and red bell pepper.
  • Drizzle generously with bang bang sauce, then sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve with lime wedges for a zesty finish.