Easy Bang Bang Turkey Rice Bowls
Looking for a delicious and healthy weeknight dinner that’s full of flavor? These Bang Bang Ground Turkey Rice Bowls are your answer! Ground turkey is cooked up with a spicy creamy bang bang sauce and served over fluffy rice with simple fresh toppings. This recipe is incredibly easy to make, budget-friendly, and perfect for meal prepping. Let’s get cooking this irresistible homemade comfort bowl!
Make this quick and easy Bang Bang Ground Turkey Rice Bowl – a flavorful, healthy dinner packed with spicy sauce and tender turkey. Ready in 40 minutes!
- Big payoff, low effort: You get rich, familiar flavors without complicated preparation.
- Weeknight- and guest-worthy: Perfect for family dinners or when entertaining.
- Made with real-life pantry staples: Simple ingredients mean minimal shopping trips.
- Easy to customize: Swap ingredients to match your preferences and dietary needs.
Ingredients for Bang Bang Ground Turkey Rice Bowls – Easy Healthy Dinner Recipe
Easy Bang Bang Turkey Rice Bowls - Ingredients
How to Make Bang Bang Ground Turkey Rice Bowls – Easy Healthy Dinner Recipe
Easy Bang Bang Turkey Rice Bowls - Final Result
Bang Bang Ground Turkey Rice Bowls – Easy Healthy Dinner Recipe
Make this quick and easy Bang Bang Ground Turkey Rice Bowl – a flavorful, healthy dinner packed with spicy sauce and tender turkey. Ready in 40 minutes!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey (lean)
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar or lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup shredded carrots (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Optional Toppings
- Chopped peanuts or cashews
- Sesame seeds
- Avocado slices
- Lime wedges
- Pickled jalapeños
Instructions
- Cook the Rice: Prepare your rice according to package instructions. Set aside and keep warm.
- Make the Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and smoked paprika. Adjust seasoning by adding more sriracha for heat or honey for sweetness.
- Sauté the Turkey: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant. Add ground turkey, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-9 minutes. Break turkey apart with a spatula for even cooking.
- Combine Sauce and Turkey: Lower heat to medium-low and stir half of the bang bang sauce into the cooked turkey, coating it evenly. Reserve the remaining sauce for drizzling on top.
- Assemble Bowls: Divide cooked rice between four bowls. Top with the saucy ground turkey. Add optional shredded carrots, scallions, and cilantro for freshness. Drizzle with remaining bang bang sauce.
- Finish with Toppings: Sprinkle with chopped nuts, sesame seeds, and serve with avocado slices and lime wedges if desired for extra flavor and crunch.
Nutrition Information
Recipe Notes & Tips
- For a lighter option, use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise in the bang bang sauce.
- Substitute ground chicken or lean ground beef if preferred.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave, adding a splash of water to keep the rice moist.