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High Protein Bang Bang Chicken Bowls

A delicious and satisfying meal packed with protein, featuring tender chicken, a tangy sauce, and creamy coconut rice, perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Fusion
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha Adjust to taste for spice level
For the Chicken
  • 1 lb chicken breasts
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
For the Coconut Rice
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice Juice of 2 lemons
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • to taste salt and pepper
For Garnish
  • chopped green onions For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha to make the Bang Bang sauce.
  3. Dip the chicken breasts in the sauce, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
Cooking
  1. Place the chicken on a baking sheet and bake for about 20-25 minutes or until cooked through and crispy.
  2. In a pot, combine cooked rice, coconut milk, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook on low heat until warmed through.
Serving
  1. Serve the baked chicken over lemon-garlic coconut rice, drizzled with additional Bang Bang sauce, and garnish with green onions.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the Bang Bang sauce for 30 minutes before baking. Consider adding vegetables like steamed broccoli or bell peppers for added nutrition and color. Store leftovers in airtight containers; chicken and rice may last up to 3 days in the fridge.