Bang Bang Chicken Bowl

Introduction

Few dishes deliver the exhilarating combination of creamy, spicy, and crunchy like the Bang Bang Chicken Bowl. Inspired by a beloved Asian-American appetizer, this vibrant dish features crisp chicken, an irresistible zesty sauce, and colorful veggies all nestled over a bed of fluffy rice. Its harmony of flavors and textures makes it an all-around crowd-pleaser, perfect for quick weeknight meals or healthy meal prepping.

What Makes the Bang Bang Chicken Bowl Outrageously Good?

The Bang Bang Chicken Bowl stands out for one main reason: bold flavor with minimal effort. The spicy-sweet sauce clings to tender, air-fried or oven-baked chicken for a guilt-free upgrade. Fresh, crunchy vegetables counterbalance the creamy sauce, bringing both nutrition and a rainbow of colors to your meal. It’s completely customizable—swap in your favorite veggies, use brown rice, or turn it into a wrap for lunch on the go.

How to Get the Perfect Crispy Chicken

Crispy chicken is the backbone of this bowl. Cut your chicken breast into bite-size cubes or strips for even cooking. If you want restaurant-level crunch with less oil, cook the pieces in the COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1, Compact & Large 6-Qt, Grey. Simply coat the chicken with a thin layer of cornstarch, season, and air fry until golden and crisp—no greasy cleanup required.

To ensure quick and even chopping, use the handy Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper. Your prep will be a breeze, delivering uniform chicken and veggies every time.

Building Big Flavors: The Bang Bang Sauce & Fresh Veggies

The sauce is all about balance: creamy mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, a splash of sriracha, and a squeeze of lime. Adjust the sriracha to heat tolerance—mild or fiery! This velvety sauce coats the hot chicken and trickles over your veggies and rice, uniting every component.

For perfectly sliced crunchy cucumber, carrot, and bell pepper, the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper is invaluable. Layer these vibrant, raw veggies for cool, refreshing contrast to the hot chicken and creamy sauce.

Effortlessly Assemble and Serve Your Bang Bang Chicken Bowl

Start with fluffy rice (white or brown), ideally cooked quickly using an Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker, 6 Quart. Top with your crisped chicken, drizzle over the homemade Bang Bang sauce, then scatter on the fresh veggies.

Pack leftovers or meal preps into an air-tight Bentgo Salad Container – 54 oz Bowl, Khaki Green to keep everything fresh and portable for the week’s lunches.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe yields 4 filling bowls. With lean chicken, loads of veggies, and modest sauce, each serving clocks in at roughly 400–500 calories, depending on portion size and rice choice. Plenty of protein and fiber keeps you full and energized.

Bang Bang Chicken Bowl (Recap)

Bold flavors, crisp textures, and a customizable, healthful base make Bang Bang Chicken Bowls a dinnertime winner. Ready in about 30 minutes and naturally adaptable, it brings restaurant-worthy taste home without hassle.

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, toss chicken cubes with cornstarch, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
2. Preheat your COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1, Compact & Large 6-Qt, Grey. Arrange chicken pieces in a single layer (work in batches if needed). Air fry at 400°F for 10–12 minutes, shaking halfway until chicken is golden and crispy.
3. While chicken cooks, prep the veggies. Use the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper for quick, uniform slicing of cucumbers, carrots, and red bell pepper.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, lime juice, and rice vinegar. Taste and adjust sriracha for heat.
5. Assemble each bowl: start with ½ cup rice as the base. Add a generous portion of crispy chicken on top. Arrange sliced cucumber, carrots, and bell pepper along the edges.
6. Drizzle Bang Bang sauce over the chicken and veggies. Sprinkle with sliced green onions and optional sesame seeds or extra sriracha if desired.
7. If meal-prepping, store in the Bentgo Salad Container – 54 oz Bowl, Khaki Green with sauce on the side to keep ingredients crisp until ready to eat.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes

Enjoy a vibrant Bang Bang Chicken Bowl that hits every craving—crunchy, creamy, spicy, and fresh—ready fast, and perfect for impressing any crowd!