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Easy Healthy Air Fryer Bang Bang Chicken Bowls

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Craving a flavorful meal? Make this Air Fryer Bang Bang Chicken Bowl! Crispy chicken, creamy spicy sauce, rice & fresh veggies. So satisfying!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: main dish
Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/4 cups mayonnaise (290 g)
  • 2/3 cup Thai sweet chili sauce (177 g)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 teaspoons Sriracha or more to taste
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cups prepared white rice (744 g), warmed, divided
  • 2 cups red cabbage (140 g), thinly sliced, divided
  • 1 carrot large, julienned, divided
  • 1 cucumber medium, halved and sliced, divided
  • 1 Hass avocado large, thinly sliced, divided
  • Fresh cilantro chopped for garnish
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Method
 

  1. Combine mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, honey, and Sriracha in a medium bowl. Stir thoroughly until smooth, then set aside.
  2. Mix vegetable oil, paprika, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Add the cubed chicken breasts and gently toss until evenly coated.
  3. Place the seasoned chicken cubes in a single layer in the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary. Air fry at 400°F (204°C) for 11-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and is cooked through.
  4. Transfer the cooked chicken to a large bowl. Add ½ cup of the prepared Bang Bang sauce and toss gently to coat evenly.
  5. Arrange 4 medium-sized bowls. Add 1 cup of warm white rice, ½ cup of thinly sliced red cabbage, ¼ cup of julienned carrots, and ¼ cup of sliced cucumber to each bowl. Top with equal portions of sliced avocado and the sauced Bang Bang chicken.
  6. Drizzle each bowl with the remaining Bang Bang sauce. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

Notes

Ingredient Swap: I often use boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead of breasts here; they stay incredibly juicy and have such a rich flavor, especially after air frying.
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