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Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Total Time
30 minutes
Ingredients
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Chicken:
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1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, bite-sized
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon paprika
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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Healthy Bang Bang Sauce:
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½ cup plain Greek yogurt
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2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
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1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
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1 teaspoon honey (optional)
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1 teaspoon lime juice
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Bowl Base:
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2 cups cooked rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice
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2 cups shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix
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1 cup shredded carrots
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1 cucumber, sliced
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1 avocado, sliced
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Garnish (Optional):
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Green onions, sliced
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Sesame seeds
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Fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cook chicken for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through.
- In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice until smooth.
- Assemble bowls by dividing rice (or chosen base) among serving bowls.
- Top with cabbage, carrots, cucumber, avocado, and cooked chicken.
- Drizzle with bang bang sauce and garnish as desired.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Air fry chicken at 400°F (205°C) for 10–12 minutes for a crispier texture.
- Swap Greek yogurt for light mayo for a more traditional flavor.
- Add edamame or roasted broccoli for extra nutrients.
- Keep sauce separate if meal prepping to maintain freshness.
This Healthy Bang Bang Chicken Bowl is fresh, flavorful, and lighter than the classic favorite. Tender chicken is tossed in a creamy, sweet-and-spicy bang bang–style sauce and served over a colorful mix of grains and crisp vegetables.
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Perfect for meal prep or quick weeknight dinners, this bowl is both satisfying and balanced. It delivers bold flavor without the heaviness, making it a go-to option for healthy comfort food.
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