Description
Bang Bang Chicken features crispy, golden-brown chicken bites coated in a creamy, sweet, and spicy sauce that perfectly balances flavor. This easy-to-make dish works well as a flavorful appetizer or served over rice for a satisfying Asian-inspired main course.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Bang Bang Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons sriracha
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Marinate Chicken: Place chicken pieces in a bowl and pour the buttermilk over them. Let them marinate for 20 minutes to tenderize and add moisture.
- Prepare Coating: In a separate bowl, mix together all-purpose flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Coat Chicken: Remove chicken from buttermilk and dredge each piece thoroughly in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating on all sides.
- Heat Oil: Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C), using a thermometer to monitor the temperature for perfect frying.
- Fry Chicken: Carefully add coated chicken pieces in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 4 to 5 minutes until the exterior becomes golden and crispy and chicken is cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Mix Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey until smooth and creamy.
- Toss Chicken in Sauce: Place fried chicken in a large bowl, pour the bang bang sauce over it, and toss well to evenly coat every piece.
- Serve: Immediately plate the sauced chicken and garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds if desired. Serve alone, over rice, noodles, or in lettuce wraps for a complete meal.
Notes
- For a lighter option, bake the chicken at 400°F for 20-25 minutes or use an air fryer at 375°F for 15-18 minutes until cooked through and crispy.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha to increase or reduce the heat according to your taste preference.
- Serve Bang Bang Chicken over steamed jasmine rice, noodles, or wrapped in fresh lettuce leaves for variety.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
