Spicy Asian-Inspired Rice Bowl (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Bang Bang Sauce

01 - 1 ¼ cups mayonnaise
02 - ⅔ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
03 - 2 tablespoons honey
04 - 2 teaspoons Sriracha (or more if you like it spicier)

→ Chicken

05 - 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
06 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
07 - 1 teaspoon paprika
08 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
10 - ½ teaspoon black pepper

→ Bowl Components

11 - 4 cups cooked white rice, still warm
12 - 2 cups red cabbage, thinly sliced
13 - 1 large carrot, cut into thin matchsticks
14 - 1 medium cucumber, halved and sliced
15 - 1 large ripe avocado, thinly sliced
16 - Fresh cilantro, chopped (for topping)
17 - Sesame seeds (for sprinkling on top)

# Instructions:

01 - Grab a bowl and mix together the mayo, sweet chili sauce, honey, and Sriracha until smooth. This sauce is the star of the show - creamy with a sweet heat that's totally addictive! Set it aside while you prep everything else.
02 - In a big bowl, mix the oil with all your seasonings - paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss in your chicken cubes and give everything a good mix until all the pieces are evenly coated.
03 - Spread your seasoned chicken in a single layer in your air fryer basket. Don't crowd it - work in batches if needed. Air fry at 400°F for about 11-12 minutes, flipping the pieces halfway through. They're done when golden and reach 165°F inside.
04 - Once your chicken is cooked, transfer it to a bowl and pour in about ½ cup of your bang bang sauce. Toss until every piece is coated in that creamy, spicy goodness.
05 - Start with a base of warm rice in each bowl (about 1 cup per serving). Around the sides, arrange your veggies - the purple cabbage, carrot matchsticks, and cucumber slices. The colors look amazing together!
06 - Top each bowl with your bang bang chicken and fan out some avocado slices. Drizzle more of that incredible sauce over everything, then sprinkle with fresh cilantro and sesame seeds. Dig in while it's still warm!

# Notes:

01 - If you don't have an air fryer, no problem! You can cook the chicken in a skillet instead - instructions are in the notes below.
02 - This sauce keeps well in the fridge for up to a week, so feel free to make extra for dipping veggies or drizzling on other dishes.
03 - For a lighter version, you can substitute Greek yogurt for half the mayo in the sauce.
04 - Want to meal prep? Keep the components separate and assemble just before eating to maintain the best textures.

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