Description
Transform your meal prep with this Bang Bang Chicken Bowl! Enjoy tender chicken (pan-fry, bake, or air fry!), perfectly cooked brown rice, and a vibrant, creamy Sriracha-sweet chili sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 cup dry brown rice
- 1/2 cup light mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha (or to taste)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced or diced
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Step 1: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook by pan-frying, baking, or air frying until cooked through (internal temperature 165°F/74°C). Once cooled slightly, shred or dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Step 2: While the chicken cooks, prepare the brown rice according to package directions. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and rice vinegar until smooth to create the Bang Bang sauce.
- Step 3: Prepare your fresh vegetables. Thinly slice or dice the cucumber and thinly slice the green onions for garnish.
- Step 4: To assemble the bowls, divide the cooked brown rice among your meal prep containers or serving bowls. Top the rice with the shredded chicken and sliced cucumber. Drizzle generously with the Bang Bang sauce and garnish with the sliced green onions.
Notes
- To maintain the crispness of the cucumber and prevent the rice from getting soggy, consider storing the Bang Bang sauce separately and drizzling it just before serving, especially if prepping for more than two days.
- For best results when reheating, gently warm the chicken and rice in the microwave for 1-2 minutes until heated, then add your fresh cucumber, a new drizzle of sauce (if stored separately), and green onions to keep everything vibrant.
- Elevate your bowl by adding a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for an extra nutty crunch, or toss in some shredded carrots or bell peppers for more vibrant veggies and fiber.
- For perfectly juicy shredded chicken, avoid overcooking and let it rest for a few minutes after cooking before shredding; this helps retain moisture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 500g)
- Calories: 640
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: *Daily Value not established for Unsaturated Fat.
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 19g