30-Minute Bang Bang Chicken Bowls: A Quick and Yummy Dinner Idea
Craving a flavorful and easy meal? These 30-minute bang bang chicken bowls are packed with bold flavors and perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. With tender chicken, creamy spicy sauce, and a fresh cabbage slaw, this dish is both simple and satisfying.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
2 lbs chicken thighs, cubed
2 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp salt
½ tsp pepper
1 tbsp olive oil
Avocado oil for frying
For the Sauce:
⅓ cup mayo
2-3 tbsp sriracha
¼ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
1 tsp rice vinegar
½ tsp garlic powder
For the Bowl:
Cauliflower rice or regular rice
Cabbage slaw
Sliced green onions
Instructions
Season the Chicken – In a bowl, toss cubed chicken with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and olive oil until evenly coated.
Cook the Chicken – Heat avocado oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through.
Make the Sauce – While the chicken cooks, whisk together mayo, sriracha, Thai sweet chili sauce, rice vinegar, and garlic powder. Adjust heat or sweetness to taste.
Coat the Chicken – Pour most of the sauce over the cooked chicken, reserving a few tablespoons. Simmer for 2 minutes to thicken and crisp the edges.
- Assemble the Bowls – Layer rice, cabbage slaw, and bang bang chicken. Drizzle with reserved sauce and garnish with green onions.
These bowls are a delicious and healthy meal idea, ready in just 30 minutes—ideal for busy weeknights or a simple yet flavorful dinner. Enjoy the spicy, tangy, and slightly sweet flavors in every bite!