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Bang Bang Chicken and Rice Bake

Bang Bang Chicken and Rice Bake

The ultimate comfort food, Bang Bang Chicken and Rice Bake combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a creamy, spicy sauce for an easy weeknight dinner that everyone will love. It’s rich in flavor yet simple to prepare. Make it tonight for a satisfying meal that will have everyone asking for seconds!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ pounds chicken breast diced into 1 inch cubes
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • 1 cup rice I used jasmine
  • 1½ cups chicken broth
  • 12 ounces frozen peas and carrots thawed
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ½ cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha or other hot sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Sliced green onions

Equipment

  • Cutting Board
  • Whisk
  • Oven
  • Chef's Knife
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375˚F.
  2. Make the bang bang sauce by whisking together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice.
  3. Place diced chicken in a 9×13 inch baking dish. Add garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and drizzle with toasted sesame oil. Use a spoon or your hands to work the seasoning through until it is coating all of the chicken.
  4. Spread the chicken out evenly over the bottom of the dish. Spread the rice and vegetables over the chicken, then drizzle with half the bang bang sauce, and pour the broth over top.
  5. Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid has absorbed.
  6. Once done, drizzle the rest of the bang bang sauce over the top and garnish with sliced green onions.

Notes

  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.
  • Freezing: Freeze fully cooled portions in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 3 months.
  • Reheating: Reheat in the microwave or cover with foil and warm in the oven at 350°F until hot throughout.
  • Scaling: Easily double the recipe and bake it in a large casserole dish, or halve it for a smaller meal by using an 8×8-inch pan and adjusting the bake time slightly.