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At the heart of every great Bang Bang Chicken Bowl is the chicken itself. Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are the preferred choice for this recipe due to their lean protein content and versatility. They are easy to cook and absorb flavors well, making them ideal for marinating.

Bang Bang Chicken Bowls

Elevate your mealtime with these delicious Bang Bang Chicken Bowls! Juicy chicken breasts marinated in buttermilk are breaded and fried to crispy perfection, then drizzled with a creamy and spicy Bang Bang sauce. Served over a bed of fluffy jasmine rice and fresh veggies like lettuce, cucumber, and avocado, this dish is a flavor-packed delight. Perfect for any dinner, these bowls are easy to prepare and sure to impress. Enjoy with a squeeze of lime!
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Ingredients
  

For the Chicken:

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts

1 cup buttermilk

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

Vegetable oil for frying

For the Bang Bang Sauce:

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1/4 cup sweet chili sauce

1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust for heat preference)

1 teaspoon lime juice

For the Bowls:

2 cups cooked jasmine rice

1 cup shredded lettuce (green leaf or romaine)

1 carrot, julienned

1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced

1 avocado, sliced

Fresh cilantro for garnish

Lime wedges for serving

Instructions
 

Prepare the Chicken:

    - Start by marinating the chicken breasts in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for more flavor.

      Bread the Chicken:

        - In a shallow dish, mix flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Remove the chicken from the buttermilk and coat each piece thoroughly in the flour mixture.

          Fry the Chicken:

            - Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the breaded chicken pieces. Cook for about 5-7 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Drain on paper towels.

              Make the Bang Bang Sauce:

                - In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice. Mix until smooth and taste to adjust the spiciness if needed.

                  Assemble the Bowls:

                    - Start with a base of jasmine rice in each bowl. Layer with shredded lettuce, julienned carrot, sliced cucumber, and avocado.

                      Add the Chicken:

                        - Slice the fried chicken and place it atop the fresh vegetables.

                          Drizzle and Serve:

                            - Generously drizzle the Bang Bang sauce over the chicken. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side for an added zing.

                              Prep Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour | Servings: 4