Bang Bang Chicken Bowl: A Flavor Explosion for Beginner Cooks
Bang Bang Chicken Bowl: A Flavor Explosion for Beginner Cooks is your go-to dish for quick, delicious weeknight meals. This vibrant chicken bowl features tender chicken breast paired with colorful mixed vegetables and a creamy, spicy-sweet sauce that tantalizes the taste buds. Perfect for novice cooks, this recipe takes just 25 minutes to prepare and serves as a satisfying centerpiece for casual gatherings or family dinners. With its customizable ingredients and one-pan cleanup, you can impress your guests without spending hours in the kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 cup cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower)
- 1 cup mixed veggies (broccoli, bell peppers, carrots)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sriracha
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
Instructions
- Cook the Rice: Prepare rice according to package instructions; set aside.
- Prepare Chicken: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces; season with salt and pepper.
- Sauté Chicken: In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Cook chicken until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (about 6-8 minutes).
- Make Sauce: In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, garlic powder, and lime juice. Adjust to taste.
- Add Veggies: Stir in mixed vegetables and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Combine: Remove from heat; pour sauce over chicken and veggies. Serve over rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg