createaplatewithdina BANG BANG CHICKEN BOWLS are my favorite bowls to make. They are quick, flavorful, and perfect for an easy weeknight dinner. Juicy chicken, fluffy rice, crunchy veggies, and a creamy sweet-spicy bang bang sauce — so good and great for leftovers too!
Ingredients
For the chicken
• 2 lbs chicken tenders, cut into bite-size pieces
• 1½ tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tbsp avocado oil or olive oil (plus extra for the pan)
For the bang bang sauce
• ½ cup mayonnaise
• ½ cup sweet chili sauce
• 2 tsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
• 1–2 tsp rice vinegar or fresh lime juice
• 1 tbsp honey
For the bowls
• 2 cups uncooked short-grain white rice, cooked
• ⅓ small red cabbage, thinly shredded
• 1 large English cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1½ cups julienned carrots
• 3 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Prepare the rice:
Cook the rice according to package directions. Fluff and set aside.
2. Season the chic...
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