Description
A bold and flavorful bowl featuring crispy, golden fried chicken pieces tossed in a creamy and spicy bang bang sauce. Served over steamed rice with fresh shredded lettuce and julienned carrots, this dish delivers satisfying textures and a perfect balance of heat and sweetness in every bite.
Ingredients
Chicken and Coating
- 2 chicken breasts, cubed
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- Oil for frying (approximately 1-2 cups, enough for deep frying)
Bang Bang Sauce
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 teaspoon honey
Bowl Components
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or jasmine recommended)
- 1 cup shredded lettuce or cabbage
- 1 carrot, julienned
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Pat the cubed chicken breasts dry. Coat each piece evenly in cornstarch, shaking off excess to ensure a light, crispy coating.
- Fry Chicken: Heat oil in a deep pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the coated chicken pieces in batches, avoiding overcrowding, until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Make Bang Bang Sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey until smooth and creamy.
- Toss Chicken in Sauce: Add the fried chicken pieces to the bowl of sauce and gently toss until each piece is well coated with the spicy bang bang sauce.
- Assemble Bowls: Divide the cooked rice between serving bowls. Top with shredded lettuce or cabbage, julienned carrot, and the sauced crispy chicken.
- Serve: Serve immediately while the chicken is hot and crispy for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Adjust spice level by reducing or increasing the amount of sriracha in the sauce to suit your heat preference.
- For a lighter version, bake or air-fry the chicken instead of frying in oil, adjusting cooking time accordingly.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the finished bowl for extra texture and nutty flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
