Description
This Chili Crisp Chicken Mango Cucumber Rice Bowl is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender marinated chicken with sweet mango, crisp pickled cucumber and carrots, and fragrant jasmine rice. Tossed in a spicy chili crisp sauce and garnished with fresh cilantro and toasted sesame seeds, this bowl offers a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep option, it’s easy to make and sure to satisfy.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Marinade
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili crisp (plus more for topping)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
For the Rice Bowl
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
- 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup shredded carrots
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Marinate Chicken: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, chili crisp, honey, and sesame oil. Pour the marinade over the sliced chicken and let it rest for 10-15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Pickle Vegetables: In another bowl, combine the thinly sliced cucumber and shredded carrots with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Toss well and let sit while the chicken cooks to lightly pickle the vegetables.
- Cook Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken slices and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chicken is fully cooked through and caramelized on the edges.
- Assemble Bowls: Divide the cooked jasmine rice among four bowls. Top each bowl with the caramelized chicken, diced mango, the pickled cucumber and carrots, and sprinkle with chopped cilantro and toasted sesame seeds.
- Serve: Drizzle extra chili crisp over the bowls for added spice if desired and serve with lime wedges on the side for a fresh citrus finish.
Notes
- Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for a different protein option.
- Adjust the amount of chili crisp to control spice level.
- Perfect for meal prep—store components separately and assemble just before eating.
