Bang Bang Chicken Bowl: A Flavor Explosion
A Bang Bang Chicken Bowl combines crispy chicken with a creamy, spicy sauce, perfect for beginner cooks looking for a restaurant-quality meal at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying, Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 egg, beaten
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Vegetable oil, for frying
For the sauce:
¼ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to desired spice level)
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
½ teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl, mix the cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg. In another shallow dish, place the panko breadcrumbs.
- Dip each piece of chicken into the cornstarch mixture, ensuring it's well-coated. Then, dip it into the beaten egg, followed by the panko breadcrumbs. Make sure each piece is evenly coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, fry the chicken pieces in batches until golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer the cooked chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
- While the chicken is frying, prepare the sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until smooth.
- Once the chicken is ready, place it in a large bowl. Pour the sauce over the chicken and toss until evenly coated.
- Serve the Bang Bang chicken over rice or noodles and garnish with green onions or sesame seeds if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
- Vegetarian Version: Use tofu instead of chicken for a plant-based alternative.
- Spicy Adjustment: Increase the sriracha or add cayenne pepper for more heat.
- Sauce Customization: Add extra rice vinegar or lime juice for a tangier sauce.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.
- Reheating: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-12 minutes or in a skillet over medium heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
