Ingredients
– 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
– 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
– 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
– 1/2 cup mayonnaise
– 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
– 1 tablespoon sriracha (or to taste)
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/4 cup chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
Making the Bang Bang Chicken Bake is quite simple if you follow these steps:
1. Preheat Your Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare a Baking Dish: Grease a medium-sized baking dish with cooking spray or oil.
3. Mix the Sauce: In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well blended.
4. Combine Ingredients: Add the shredded chicken and cooked rice to the bowl with the sauce. Mix everything thoroughly, ensuring the chicken and rice are evenly coated.
5. Add Cheese: Fold in half of the shredded cheese, reserving the other half for topping.
6. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the chicken mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
7. Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top of the chicken mixture.
8. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30–40 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Let It Rest: Once out of the oven, let the dish rest for about 5–10 minutes.
10. Garnish and Serve: Top with chopped green onions before serving.
Following these steps will help you create this stunning dish effortlessly!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30–40 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4–6 servings
- Calories: 450 kcal (estimated)
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 25g