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A close-up of a Crave-Worthy easy dinner recipe: Bang Bang Chicken Bowl served over white rice with lettuce and sesame seeds.

Bang Bang Chicken Bowl Without the Fuss

This recipe provides a simple way to make Bang Bang Chicken. It is suitable for a quick weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 large egg lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil for cooking
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tbsp Sriracha adjust to your spice preference
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar
For Serving
  • 4 cups cooked white rice
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce or cabbage mix
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds for garnish
  • 2 tbsp sliced green onions for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Small bowl

Method
 

  1. Prepare the sauce first. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and rice vinegar until smooth. Set the sauce aside.
  2. Set up your dredging station. Place the flour, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish. In a separate shallow dish, place the beaten egg.
  3. Dredge the chicken pieces. Dip each piece of chicken first into the flour mixture, shaking off any excess. Then dip it into the egg, letting any extra drip off.
  4. Cook the chicken. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the coated chicken pieces in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 4 to 6 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. You may need to cook in batches.
  5. Coat the chicken. Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and place it in a clean bowl. Pour about half of the prepared Bang Bang sauce over the chicken and toss gently to coat all pieces evenly. Add more sauce if needed, reserving some for drizzling.
  6. Assemble the bowls. Divide the cooked rice among four serving bowls. Top the rice with shredded lettuce or cabbage mix.
  7. Serve immediately. Top the greens with the sauced Bang Bang chicken. Drizzle the remaining sauce over the top. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Notes

If you prefer baked chicken, you can bake the coated chicken at 400°F (200°C) for about 15 to 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, before tossing with the sauce.

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