Description
Try this healthy bang bang chicken bowl recipe for a quick, flavorful lunch or dinner that’s low in calories but high in taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite‑sized pieces
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (low‑sodium)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp sriracha (optional for extra heat)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup sliced cucumber
- 1 cup chopped red cabbage
- 1 cup cooked quinoa (or brown rice)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 lime, cut into wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and sriracha. Add the chicken pieces, toss until evenly coated, and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Cook the quinoa: Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine quinoa with 2 cups water, bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until fluffy. Set aside.
- Sauté the chicken: Heat a non‑stick skillet over medium‑high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 6–8 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from heat.
- Assemble the bowl: In a large bowl, place a base of cooked quinoa. Arrange the sautéed chicken on top, then scatter shredded carrots, sliced cucumber, and chopped red cabbage around it.
- Finish with garnishes: Sprinkle chopped cilantro and toasted sesame seeds over the bowl. Squeeze a lime wedge over the top for a bright finish.
- Serve immediately: Enjoy your fresh, crunchy, and flavorful bang bang chicken bowl right away.
Notes
- Use a non‑stick skillet to reduce the amount of oil needed.
- For a sweeter sauce, increase the honey by 1 tsp.
- If you prefer a milder flavor, omit the cayenne and sriracha.
- Keep the veggies crisp by adding them after the chicken has cooked.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container; the sauce may thicken slightly when refrigerated.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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