Bang Bang Chicken Casserole
Bang Bang Chicken Casserole is creamy, cheesy, sweet, and slightly spicy.Tender chicken provides the hearty protein in this comforting bake.Cooked rice makes the casserole filling and satisfying.Sweet chili sauce creates the signature bang bang flavor.Cheese melts into a delicious golden topping.Everything bakes together for an easy family-friendly dinner.
Ingredients
For the Casserole
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 cups cooked white rice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup chopped green onions
For the Bang Bang Sauce
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons sriracha or hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Place the bite-sized chicken pieces in a large bowl. Add olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for approximately 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is lightly browned and cooked through.
- In a bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, lime juice, and garlic powder.
- Taste the sauce and adjust the spice level according to your preference.
- Pour about two-thirds of the bang bang sauce over the mixture and stir gently until everything is well coated.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 20–25 minutes, until hot and bubbling and the cheese is completely melted.
- Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Drizzle with the remaining bang bang sauce and garnish with chopped green onions, cilantro, sesame seeds, or extra sriracha.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or chicken thighs.
- Cook the rice before assembling the casserole.
- Adjust the sriracha according to your preferred spice level.
- Freshly shredded cheese generally melts more smoothly.
- Don't overcook the chicken before baking.
- Allow the casserole to rest briefly before serving.
- Add vegetables to make the casserole more substantial.
- Keep some bang bang sauce aside for drizzling over individual servings.