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Bang Bang Chicken Bowl - Easy Crispy Chicken Recipe

Bang Bang Chicken Bowl – Easy Crispy Chicken Recipe


  • Author: Clara Bennett
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Halal

Description

A delicious and easy Bang Bang Chicken Bowl featuring crispy fried chicken tossed in a spicy, creamy Bang Bang sauce, served with fresh veggies. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1 cup lettuce leaves
  • 1 cup sliced cucumber
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken in buttermilk for 30 minutes.
  2. Combine cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Dredge the marinated chicken in the mixture.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken until golden and crispy.
  4. In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey to make the Bang Bang sauce.
  5. Arrange lettuce, cucumber, and carrots in a bowl. Top with crispy chicken and drizzle with Bang Bang sauce. Garnish with chopped green onions.

Notes

  • For extra crispy chicken, fry twice or use an air fryer at 400°F for 15 minutes.
  • Adjust the spiciness by reducing the amount of sriracha.
  • Use gluten-free cornstarch for a gluten-free option.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 480 kcal
  • Sugar: 10 g
  • Sodium: 900 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg

Keywords: Bang Bang Chicken Bowl, crispy chicken, spicy chicken recipe, easy chicken dinner, homemade Bang Bang sauce