Bang Bang Chicken
Bang Bang Chicken features crispy fried chicken bites tossed in a creamy, spicy-sweet sauce made with mayonnaise, chili sauce, and sriracha. It’s a bold and addictive dish perfect for appetizers or a main course.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
- Total Time: 30–35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Deep Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup cornstarch or flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1–2 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp honey or sugar (optional)
- 1 tsp lime juice (optional)
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Prepare two bowls: one with beaten eggs, the other with cornstarch or flour.
- Dip each chicken piece in egg, then coat in cornstarch or flour.
- Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep skillet or pan.
- Fry chicken in batches for 4–5 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice until smooth.
- Toss fried chicken in sauce or drizzle sauce over chicken just before serving for extra crunch.
- Garnish with green onions or sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Toss chicken in sauce just before serving to maintain crispiness.
- Use Greek yogurt as a mayo substitute for a lighter sauce.
- Air frying or baking is a great alternative to deep frying for a lighter version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
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