🍗🔥 Bang Bang Chicken Bowls (High-Protein — 46g Protein)

Bang Bang Chicken Bowls are a flavorful meal-prep favorite featuring crispy or grilled chicken, fluffy rice, fresh vegetables, and a creamy sweet-spicy bang bang sauce. This version is designed as a high-protein bowl with about 46g of protein per serving, making it perfect for a balanced lunch or dinner.

Nutrition (Approximate Per Serving)

• Protein: ~46g
• Calories: 550–650 (depending on ingredients)
• Carbs: 50–65g
• Fat: 18–25g

Prep Time

• Prep: 20 minutes
• Cook: 25 minutes
• Total: About 45 minutes

Servings

4 bowls

Ingredients

High-Protein Chicken

• 2 lbs chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce

Crispy Coating (Optional)

• ½ cup cornstarch or potato starch
• 1 egg white

Bang Bang Sauce

• ½ cup Greek yogurt (or light mayonnaise)
• 3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
• 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon lime juice
• 1 teaspoon honey or sugar-free sweetener (optional)

Bowl Base

• 3 cups cooked jasmine or brown rice
• 2 cups steamed broccoli
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1 cucumber, sliced
• Green onions for garnish
• Sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

1. Cook the Chicken

1. Season chicken with garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, pepper, and soy sauce.

2. For crispy chicken:

   • Toss with egg white and cornstarch.
   • Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes, shaking halfway.

   OR

   • Pan-cook in a lightly oiled skillet until golden and cooked through.

2. Make the Bang Bang Sauce

1. Mix Greek yogurt, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, lime juice, and sweetener.
2. Adjust spice level to taste.

3. Assemble Bowls

Divide into 4 containers:

1. Add rice.
2. Add chicken.
3. Add broccoli, carrots, and cucumber.
4. Drizzle with bang bang sauce.
5. Top with green onions and sesame seeds.

Variations

🥗 Low-Carb Bang Bang Chicken Bowl

Replace rice with:

• Cauliflower rice
• Lettuce base
• Extra vegetables

🌶 Extra Spicy Version

Add:

• Chili flakes
• Extra sriracha
• Jalapeños

🍤 Bang Bang Shrimp Bowl

Swap chicken for:

• Shrimp seasoned with garlic and paprika

💪 Even Higher Protein

Add:

• Extra chicken breast
• Edamame
• More Greek yogurt sauce

Meal Prep Tips

• Store sauce separately for the freshest texture.
• Keeps in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
• Reheat chicken in an air fryer or skillet to bring back crispiness.

A delicious 46g protein bowl that balances lean protein, carbs for energy, and bold creamy-spicy flavor. 🍗🔥