Bang Bang Chicken Bowl

This Bang Bang Chicken Bowl is bold, creamy, sweet, and spicy all at once. Crispy air-fried chicken tossed in irresistible bang bang sauce is served over fluffy rice with fresh vegetables for a colorful, satisfying bowl that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Crispy air fryer chicken with big flavor
• Creamy, sweet-heat bang bang sauce
• Fresh, crunchy vegetables balance the richness
• Easy to customize and meal-prep friendly
• Family-friendly and halal-friendly

Ingredients

Bang Bang Sauce

• 1 1/4 cups mayonnaise
• 2/3 cup Thai sweet chili sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 teaspoons Sriracha (or more to taste)

Chicken

• 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Bang Bang Chicken Bowls

• 4 cups cooked white rice, warmed
• 2 cups red cabbage, thinly sliced
• 1 large carrot, julienned
• 1 medium cucumber, sliced
• 1 large avocado, thinly sliced
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• Sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

Make the Bang Bang Sauce

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, honey, and Sriracha until smooth. Set aside.

Cook the Chicken
2. In a large bowl, combine vegetable oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. Add chicken cubes and toss gently until evenly coated.
4. Place chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook in batches if needed.
5. Air fry at 400°F for 11–12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
6. Transfer cooked chicken to a bowl and toss with 1/2 cup bang bang sauce until coated.

Assemble the Bowls
7. Divide rice evenly among 4 bowls.
8. Top each bowl with cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, avocado, and bang bang chicken.
9. Drizzle with remaining bang bang sauce and garnish with cilantro and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

Tips & Tricks

• Cut chicken evenly for consistent cooking
• Adjust Sriracha to control spice level
• Swap white rice for jasmine, brown rice, or cauliflower rice
• Add edamame or corn for extra texture

Details

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 4 bowls
• Category: Dinner
• Method: Air Fryer
• Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
• Difficulty: Easy
• Dietary Notes: Halal-friendly

Notes

For extra crispiness, lightly spray chicken with oil before air frying. The bang bang sauce can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored refrigerated.

Nutrition (Approximate per serving)

• Calories: 680
• Protein: 38g
• Carbohydrates: 58g
• Fat: 34g

FAQ

Can I pan-fry the chicken instead?
Yes, pan-fry in a skillet over medium-high heat until cooked through.

Is bang bang sauce very spicy?
It’s mild to medium; adjust Sriracha to taste.

Can I use chicken thighs?
Yes, boneless skinless thighs work great and stay juicy.

Is this good for meal prep?
Yes, store components separately for best texture.

Can I make this dairy-free?
Use dairy-free mayonnaise.

Storage

• Fridge: Store components separately for up to 4 days
• Freezer: Freeze cooked chicken only, up to 2 months
• Reheat: Reheat chicken in air fryer or skillet

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Conclusion

This Bang Bang Chicken Bowl is the perfect mix of crispy, creamy, fresh, and spicy. Easy to make and packed with flavor, it’s a crowd-pleasing bowl you’ll want to put on repeat.