Description
Irresistible Bang Bang Chicken is a crispy and flavorful dish that’s perfect for spicy food lovers! Tender chicken pieces are coated in a crispy batter, then drizzled with a creamy, spicy sauce that’s sweet, tangy, and full of heat. This recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves a bit of spice with their food!
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- Vegetable oil, for frying
For the Bang Bang Sauce:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha sauce (or more, depending on spice preference)
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- In a medium bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, whisk together the beaten egg and buttermilk.
- Coat the Chicken:
- Dip the chicken pieces first into the egg mixture, then coat them in the flour mixture, making sure each piece is well-coated.
- Fry the Chicken:
- Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep fryer over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil is hot, carefully fry the chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per batch.
- Remove the chicken from the oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Make the Bang Bang Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha sauce, rice vinegar, and honey until smooth and well combined.
- Coat the Chicken in Sauce:
- Place the fried chicken in a large bowl and drizzle the Bang Bang sauce over the top. Toss gently to coat each piece of chicken in the sauce.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve the Bang Bang Chicken with extra sauce on the side, if desired. Garnish with chopped green onions or cilantro for added flavor.
Notes
- If you want to increase the heat, add more sriracha or a dash of cayenne pepper to the sauce.
- This dish pairs perfectly with steamed rice, vegetables, or a simple salad for a complete meal.
- For a lighter version, you can bake the chicken instead of frying it.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: ~450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg