Ingredients
For the Chicken:
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Neutral oil for frying (canola, vegetable, or avocado)
For the Bang Bang Sauce:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup Thai sweet chili sauce
1–2 tsp Sriracha (to taste)
1 tsp rice vinegar or lime juice
For the Bowl Assembly:
2 cups cooked white or brown rice (or quinoa)
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup sliced cucumber
1/2 cup shelled edamame
1 avocado, sliced
2 green onions, sliced
1 tbsp sesame seeds
Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
1. Cook rice or quinoa according to package instructions; set aside.
2. Prepare all fresh toppings: shred carrots, slice cucumbers and avocado, cook edamame, chop green onions and cilantro.
3. Pat chicken pieces dry with paper towel to help coating stick.
4. In a shallow bowl, combine cornstarch, flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
5. Dredge chicken cubes in the flour mixture, coating evenly.
6. Heat about 1 inch of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
7. Fry chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 4–5 minutes per batch.
8. Remove chicken and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
9. Alternatively, air fry chicken at 400°F for 10–12 minutes, shaking halfway through.
10. In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and vinegar until smooth.
11. Toss hot cooked chicken in the sauce until fully coated.
12. To assemble, start with a scoop of rice or quinoa in each bowl.
13. Top with Bang Bang chicken, then arrange vegetables and avocado on top.
14. Sprinkle with sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and cilantro if using.
15. Serve immediately while chicken is crispy.
16. Store leftovers with components separated to preserve texture.
17. Enjoy the flavor explosion!
Notes
For a healthier version, bake or air fry the chicken instead of deep frying.
To reduce calories and add protein, substitute half of the mayonnaise with plain Greek yogurt in the sauce.
Use cauliflower rice or mixed greens instead of rice for a low-carb option.
You can swap chicken with shrimp, tofu, or cauliflower for different protein choices.
Bang Bang sauce can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 23g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
