Irresistible Bang Bang Chicken Bowl – Easy and Quick
Experience the explosion of flavors in this Bang Bang Chicken Bowl, featuring crispy chicken and fresh vegetables. Perfect for a quick meal that impresses every time!
- Prep Time: 25 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 400 g of chicken breast (cut into cubes)
- 2 tbsp of cornstarch
- 1 beaten egg
- 4 tbsp of panko breadcrumbs
- 3 tbsp of vegetable oil
- 4 tbsp of mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp of sriracha (adjust according to desired spiciness)
- 2 tbsp of honey
- 1 tbsp of lime juice
- 250 g of cooked rice (jasmine or basmati)
- 1 carrot (grated)
- 1 cucumber (sliced)
- 100 g of red cabbage (shredded)
- fresh cilantro or parsley (a few leaves)
Instructions
- In a bowl, coat the chicken pieces with cornstarch. This step is essential for achieving a crispy texture. Ensure each piece is well covered.
- Dip the chicken cubes into the beaten egg. This will help the panko breadcrumbs adhere properly and create a golden coating during cooking.
- Roll the chicken pieces in the panko breadcrumbs. Make sure they are well coated to maximize crunchiness. Avoid pressing too hard, or they will become compact.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. The oil is hot enough when small bubbles form around a wooden spoon dipped in the oil.
- Add the breaded chicken pieces to the pan. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, turning regularly to ensure they brown evenly. Monitor the cooking to prevent burning.
- In a separate bowl, mix the mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, and lime juice. Taste and adjust the spiciness according to your preference.
- In a large bowl, place the warm rice. This will help keep the dish warm when you add the vegetables and chicken.
- Add the fresh grated and sliced vegetables on top of the rice. The red cabbage, carrot, and cucumber will add color and texture to your Bang Bang Chicken Bowl.
- Place the crispy chicken on top and generously drizzle with Bang Bang sauce. Serve immediately to enjoy the warmth and crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: Avoid overcrowding the pan when cooking the chicken to maintain oil temperature for crispiness. Use a non-stick pan for easier cooking and cleanup. For a more flavorful sauce, add some grated fresh ginger to your Bang Bang sauce mix.