Bang Bang Chicken Meal Prep
Makes 4 servings about 400 Calories each including avocado and 35g of protein!
What is Bang Bang Chicken?
Bang Bang Chicken is a popular dish known for its crispy texture and tangy, creamy sauce with a little kick of heat. Originally inspired by Asian cuisine, the dish typically consists of lightly battered chicken served with a spicy-sweet sauce made from ingredients like sweet chili sauce or spicy mayo.
It’s an excellent choice for meal prep because the chicken holds up well throughout the week and the sauce can be stored separately, ensuring your meal tastes fresh with every bite.
Why Choose Bang Bang Chicken for Meal Prep?
1. Delicious Flavor: The combination of crispy chicken and the sweet and spicy sauce is addictive and will have you looking forward to every meal.
2. Simple Ingredients: Bang Bang Chicken requires only a few simple ingredients, many of which you likely already have in your pantry.
3. Easy to Customize: This dish can be easily modified to suit your dietary preferences. Whether you prefer it baked, grilled, or air-fried, Bang Bang Chicken can be adapted to fit your healthy meal prep plan.
4. Great for Weekly Meal Prep: It keeps well in the fridge, making it perfect for preparing multiple servings in advance, so you’re set for the week.
Ingredients for Bang Bang Chicken Meal Prep
Here are the essential ingredients you’ll need to prepare your Bang Bang Chicken:
Ingredients *per bowl* Bowl size is 2 Cups
3 tbsp rice
1/4 C low sodium chicken broth
2 tbsp sweet chili sauce (I used the Ginger People)
5oz of chicken (about 1 large chicken breast per bowl)
Seasoning for chicken:
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
2 tsp chili powder
2 tsp garlic powder
2 tsp onion powder
Toppings:
1/3-1/2 Avocado
Green onion
*I added steamed broccoli for an extra vegetable serving this is optional!
Directions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350F
2.Chop the chicken breasts into cubes.
3. Season the chicken and set it aside
4. Portion out the ingredients into each bowl.
5. Bake for 50 minutes *timing will change if you use a different baking dish
6. Top with avocado, green onion and vegetable of your choice.
