Description
The Bang Bang Chicken Bowl is a vibrant, flavorful, and quick meal featuring tender chicken tossed in a spicy, creamy sauce (natural) over a bed of fresh veggies and grains. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish offers a satisfying crunch, balanced nutrition, and endless customization options, making it perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Marinade
- 1 lb skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Bang Bang Sauce (Natural)
- 1/3 cup plant-based mayonnaise (plant-based)
- 2 tbsp sriracha sauce (natural), adjust to taste
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 tsp natural gelling agent (optional)
Fresh Veggies
- 1/2 cup cucumber, chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup scallions, thinly sliced
Grain Base
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa, warm
Garnish
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces for even cooking. Marinate them briefly in a mixture of vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), garlic powder, and apple cider vinegar to enhance the flavor before cooking.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Cook the marinated chicken pieces for 6-8 minutes until golden brown on the outside and fully cooked inside. Set aside to rest while preparing the sauce and veggies.
- Make the Bang Bang Sauce (Natural): In a small bowl, whisk together plant-based mayonnaise (plant-based), sriracha sauce (natural), apple cider vinegar, and a pinch of natural gelling agent until creamy and smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Prepare Fresh Veggies and Grain: Chop cucumber, shred carrots, and slice scallions finely. Warm cooked rice or quinoa as the base for your bowl.
- Assemble the Bowl: Start with a generous layer of rice or quinoa. Top with freshly cooked chicken, drizzle the spicy, creamy bang bang sauce (natural) over the chicken and veggies, then add the fresh veggies. Finish with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for an extra crunch.
Notes
- Marinate chicken briefly to deepen flavor.
- Cook chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding and ensure a good sear.
- Adjust the thickness of the sauce by adding more natural gelling agent for thickness or more plant-based mayonnaise for creaminess.
- Use warm grains to help the sauce coat everything evenly.
- Chop veggies just before serving to maintain their freshness and crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop Cooking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Bang Bang Chicken Bowl, quick chicken recipe, spicy creamy sauce, meal prep, plant-based mayonnaise, gluten free, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
