Easy Bang Bang Chicken & Rice: Healthy Girl Dinner Recipe

Name: Easy Bang Bang Chicken & Rice: Healthy Girl Dinner Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Ingredients: 2 medium fillets Chicken Breast (cooked and shredded); 1 cup Brown Rice (uncooked); 1 large Cucumber (diced or julienned); 1 large Carrot (shredded); 1 medium Avocado (sliced or diced); 2 stalks Spring Onion (sliced); 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt (plain, unsweetened); 1-2 tablespoons Sriracha (adjust to taste); 2 tablespoons Sweet Chili Sauce; 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar; 1 tablespoon Low Sodium Soy Sauce; 1 teaspoon Honey or Maple Syrup (for sweetness, optional); 1 clove Garlic (minced); 1/2 teaspoon Ginger (grated, optional); 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds (for garnish); 1/2 teaspoon Chili Flakes (for garnish, optional)

Discover how to make a delicious and healthy bang bang chicken and rice bowl, perfect for a quick 'girl dinner'. This anti-inflammatory recipe combines tender chicken with fluffy rice, fresh vegetables, and a creamy, spicy sauce. It's a flavorful and satisfying meal that's easy to prepare and customize to your taste.

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The complete Bang Bang Chicken and Rice bowl, ready to eat.

Recipe Information

15m

Prep Time

25m

Cook Time

40m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Asian Fusion

English

Nutrition (per serving)

480

Calories

45g

Protein

50g

Carbs

12g

Fat

A close-up of the shredded chicken and fresh vegetables.

Ingredients

Servings: 2

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

The vibrant array of ingredients in the bowl.

Instructions

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Cook the brown rice according to package instructions. While the rice is cooking, prepare the chicken. You can boil, grill, or pan-fry the chicken breasts until fully cooked, then shred them using two forks or your hands.
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Cook the brown rice according to package instructions. While the rice is cooking, prepare the chicken. You can boil, grill, or pan-fry the chicken breasts until fully cooked, then shred them using two forks or your hands.
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For extra flavor, cook chicken with a pinch of salt and pepper or a bay leaf.
2
While the rice and chicken are cooking, prepare the vegetables. Dice or julienne the cucumber, shred the carrot, slice the avocado, and thinly slice the spring onions. Set aside.
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While the rice and chicken are cooking, prepare the vegetables. Dice or julienne the cucumber, shred the carrot, slice the avocado, and thinly slice the spring onions. Set aside.
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Use a mandoline slicer for uniform veggie cuts and quicker prep.

3
Prepare the Bang Bang sauce. In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, sriracha, sweet chili sauce, rice vinegar, low sodium soy sauce, honey/maple syrup, minced garlic, and grated ginger (if using). Whisk well until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
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Prepare the Bang Bang sauce. In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, sriracha, sweet chili sauce, rice vinegar, low sodium soy sauce, honey/maple syrup, minced garlic, and grated ginger (if using). Whisk well until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
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For a thicker sauce, add less liquid. For a spicier kick, increase sriracha.
4
Assemble your 'Girl Dinner' bowl. Start with a base of cooked brown rice. Top with the shredded chicken, then arrange the prepared cucumber, carrot, and avocado around the chicken. Drizzle generously with the Bang Bang sauce.
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Assemble your 'Girl Dinner' bowl. Start with a base of cooked brown rice. Top with the shredded chicken, then arrange the prepared cucumber, carrot, and avocado around the chicken. Drizzle generously with the Bang Bang sauce.
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Arrange ingredients neatly for an appealing presentation.
5
Garnish the bowl with sliced spring onions, sesame seeds, and a sprinkle of chili flakes if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your healthy and delicious bang bang chicken and rice 'girl dinner'!
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Garnish the bowl with sliced spring onions, sesame seeds, and a sprinkle of chili flakes if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your healthy and delicious bang bang chicken and rice 'girl dinner'!
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Fresh herbs like cilantro or mint can add another layer of flavor.