How spicy is a bang bang chicken bowl?

The heat level is mild, balanced by the sweetness of the chili sauce. Start with a small amount of sriracha if you want a gentle kick, or skip the hot sauce to keep it completely mild.

Can you meal prep a bang bang chicken bowl?

Yes, it works very well for meal prep. Store the chicken, rice, veggies, and sauce separately. Reheat the chicken and rice before adding the sauce and toppings.

What protein can I use instead of chicken?

You can substitute shrimp, tofu, salmon, or chickpeas. All of them pair nicely with the creamy, sweet-spicy bang bang sauce.

How do you keep the chicken crispy after reheating?

Use an air fryer or oven for reheating. A few minutes at high heat restores crispiness better than a microwave.

Is a bang bang chicken bowl gluten-free?

It can be gluten-free if you use gluten-free sweet chili sauce and mayonnaise. The rice, veggies, and chicken are naturally gluten-free.

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Description

This bang bang chicken bowl combines juicy chicken, crisp vegetables, warm rice, and a creamy sweet-heat sauce for a bold, satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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2 cups cooked jasmine rice
1 pound chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
1 cup shredded carrots
1 cup shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix
1 sliced cucumber
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive or avocado oil
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
1–2 tablespoons sriracha
1 tablespoon honey
1 small garlic clove, minced
1 sliced avocado
2 tablespoons sliced green onions
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Fresh cilantro, chopped

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Instructions

Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Cook the chicken in a hot oiled skillet until golden and cooked through.
Whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and minced garlic to make the bang bang sauce.
Layer warm jasmine rice, shredded carrots, cabbage, and sliced cucumber in serving bowls.
Add cooked chicken on top of the rice and vegetables.
Drizzle or toss with bang bang sauce until coated.
Garnish each bowl with avocado, green onions, sesame seeds, and cilantro before serving.

Notes

Store chicken, rice, veggies, and sauce separately for best texture.
Reheat chicken in an air fryer or oven to keep it from getting soggy.
Adjust the amount of sriracha to make the sauce milder or spicier.
Swap part of the rice for cauliflower rice if you want a lighter bowl.