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Bang Bang Chicken Bowl

A vibrant and tasty dish that combines crispy, golden chicken with a creamy, spicy sauce over a bed of fluffy jasmine rice. Perfect for busy families craving a restaurant-quality meal at home.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch bite-sized pieces, patted dry
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil for frying, about 1/2 inch deep in skillet
  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice from about 2/3 cup uncooked rice
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup diced cucumber preferably English cucumber
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish, optional
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha adjust to taste

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small bowl for sauce
  • whisk
  • Wire rack or paper towels
  • Kitchen thermometer (optional)

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken pieces completely dry with paper towels. In a large bowl, combine cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Toss chicken pieces in the mixture until thoroughly coated, pressing the coating into the chicken to ensure it sticks.
  2. Heat vegetable oil (about 1/2 inch deep) in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering and reaching 350°F. Test with a small piece of chicken, it should sizzle immediately.
  3. Add coated chicken in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 3-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through to 165°F internal temperature. Work in batches if needed.
  4. Remove fried chicken to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha until smooth. Taste and adjust sriracha to desired spice level.
  6. Start with a generous base of warm jasmine rice in each bowl. Top with a portion of crispy cooked chicken.
  7. Arrange shredded lettuce, diced cucumber, and shredded carrots around the chicken. Drizzle the spicy mayo sauce over the top.
  8. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve immediately while chicken is hot and crispy.

Notes

Oil temperature is key, ensure oil reaches 350°F before adding chicken. Don't overcrowd the pan to ensure crispy results. Make sauce ahead of time for deeper flavor. Store sauce separately if meal prepping to keep chicken crispy. Reheat chicken in air fryer or oven, not microwave, to restore crispiness. For 2 cups cooked rice, start with about 2/3 cup uncooked jasmine rice.
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