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Bang Bang Chicken Bowl:A Flavor Explosion for Beginner Cooks Recipe

A Flavor Explosion for Beginner Cooks Recipe
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Bang Bang Chicken Bowl is a vibrant and flavorful dish perfect for beginner cooks. Featuring tender, bite-sized chicken pieces sautéed with crisp mixed vegetables and tossed in a creamy, spicy, and sweet bang bang sauce, this bowl is served over a bed of fluffy rice. Quick to prepare and packed with bold flavors, it makes a satisfying and easy weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Vegetables

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup mixed veggies (broccoli, bell peppers, carrots)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Rice

  • 1 cup cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice)

Bang Bang Sauce

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice

Instructions

  1. Cook the Rice: Start by cooking your rice according to package instructions until tender. Set aside and keep warm. Using a rice cooker can simplify this process and help achieve perfectly cooked rice every time.
  2. Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season generously with salt and pepper. This helps the chicken cook evenly and enhances its flavor.
  3. Sauté the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add the chicken pieces and sauté for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). A hot skillet prevents sticking and promotes even browning.
  4. Mix the Sauce: While the chicken cooks, combine mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, garlic powder, and lime juice in a small bowl. Taste and adjust the spiciness or sweetness to your preference for a creamy, balanced sauce.
  5. Add the Vegetables: Once the chicken is cooked, toss in the mixed vegetables and sauté for 2-3 minutes until just tender but still crisp to retain their texture and nutrients.
  6. Combine and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat and pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables, stirring well to coat everything evenly. Serve the mixture over the cooked rice and garnish with extra sriracha or chopped green onions, if desired.

Notes

  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches safe internal temperature of 165°F.
  • Do not overcook vegetables; keep them slightly crisp for best texture and nutrition.
  • Adjust sauce ingredients to suit your taste — add more sriracha for heat or honey for sweetness.
  • Rice options can be swapped for cauliflower rice for a lower-carb alternative.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: Bang Bang Chicken, Chicken Bowl, Easy Dinner, Spicy Chicken, Quick Meal, Beginner Friendly, Healthy Chicken Recipe

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