Description
The Bang Bang Chicken Rice Bowl is a delightful fusion of crispy, golden chicken and fluffy jasmine rice, drizzled with a creamy, spicy sauce that tantalizes the taste buds. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch followed by the tender juiciness of the chicken, perfectly balanced with the aromatic flavors of fresh herbs and zesty lime.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- For the Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp lime juice
- For the Rice Bowl:
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken thighs in buttermilk for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Remove chicken from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge in the flour mixture until fully coated.
- Place the coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
- While the chicken is baking, prepare the sauce by whisking together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice in a bowl.
- Once the chicken is done, let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into strips.
- To assemble the rice bowl, place a serving of jasmine rice at the bottom, top with sliced chicken, shredded carrots, green onions, and cilantro. Drizzle with the Bang Bang sauce and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead by marinating the chicken and preparing the sauce in advance. Store in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
- Leftover chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- For a spicier kick, increase the amount of sriracha in the sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: main dish
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: Asian fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (including chicken, rice, and toppings)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 5 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 70 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 milligrams
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