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bang bang chicken and rice bake

Homemade Bang Bang Chicken and Rice Bake

Delicious Homemade Bang Bang Chicken and Rice Bake recipe with step-by-step instructions.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 2100 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the chicken

  • 1.5 lb chicken breast (cut into 1-inch pieces)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced

For the rice and vegetables

  • 1 cup jasmine rice (rinsed until water runs clear)
  • 1.75 cups chicken broth (heated)
  • 12 oz frozen peas and carrots

For the bang bang sauce

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tbsp sriracha
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp honey

For the garnish

  • 1/4 cup green onions (thinly sliced on the bias)
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, lime juice, and honey until smooth and well combined. Set aside. In a separate bowl, combine the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt. Add the chicken pieces to a 9x13 inch baking dish, drizzle with toasted sesame oil, then sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the chicken and toss gently to coat all pieces. I like to massage the spices into the chicken slightly so they adhere better during baking.
  • Preheat your oven to 375°F. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch—this prevents the rice from becoming gummy. Scatter the rinsed rice evenly over the seasoned chicken, followed by the frozen peas and carrots. Pour half of the bang bang sauce over the rice and vegetables, then pour the heated chicken broth over everything. The hot broth is key here because it jumpstarts the cooking process and helps the rice absorb flavors more quickly.
  • Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 40-50 minutes at 375°F, until the chicken is cooked through and the rice has absorbed the liquid. Remove from the oven and let rest, covered, for 5 minutes—this allows the rice to finish absorbing any remaining moisture. Drizzle the remaining bang bang sauce over the top, then garnish generously with the sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. I prefer to add the fresh garnishes after baking rather than before so they stay vibrant and don't wilt in the heat.