Description
Experience the bold flavors of the Bang Bang Chicken Bowl, a healthy and flavorful meal combining tender shredded chicken with a spicy creamy sauce, served over fresh greens, rice, or noodles. Perfect for quick weeknights, summer dinners, or meal prep, this one-bowl dish satisfies your craving for a delicious, light, and protein-packed meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
- ½ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp Thai sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp Sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- Fresh lettuce or mixed greens
- Cooked rice or noodles (your choice)
- Julienned vegetables (carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers)
- Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish
- Optional: chopped peanuts or crispy shallots for extra crunch
Instructions
- Cook your chicken breasts using boiling, baking, or slow cooker method, then shred into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise or Greek yogurt with Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey to make the spicy mayo sauce.
- Assemble the bowl by placing greens or rice in a serving dish, then top with shredded chicken and julienned vegetables.
- Drizzle generously with the prepared spicy mayo sauce, then garnish with sesame seeds, chopped green onions, and optional crunchy toppings.
- Serve immediately or store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 days, reheat and assemble as desired.
Notes
- Use freshly cooked, shredded chicken for maximum flavor and freshness.
- Adjust the spiciness of the sauce according to your heat preference.
- Prepare ingredients in advance for quick assembly, ideal for busy weeknights.
- Mix in vegetables like snap peas or avocado for added texture and nutrition.
- Pair with side dishes such as spring rolls or fresh fruit for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Healthy, Quick & Easy
- Method: Baking, Boiling, Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 450 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg