Bang Bang Chicken
Ingredients
- ½ cmayonnaise
- ¼ csweet chili sauce
i used frank's
- 1 tbsphot sauce
i used sriracha
- 2 tbsphoney
- to tastesalt and pepper
- 4chicken breasts
boneless, skinless, cut into small
- ½ call-purpose flour
- ½ ccornstarch
- 1 cbuttermilk
use more if batter is too thick
- 1 tbspgarlic powder
- 1 tspsmoked paprika
- ½ tspsalt
- ½ tsppepper
- 1 tbsphot sauce
i used sriracha
- 1 largeegg
- 1 cpanko breadcrumbs
- vegetable oil
for frying
Directions
- 1
To prepare the sauce, mix all the ingredients for the sauce together in a bowl and refrigerate until ready for serving.
- 2
In a medium bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt and pepper. To the bowl add the hot sauce, egg, buttermilk and whisk until you have a smooth batter. Add the chicken pieces to the bowl, toss to make sure each piece is coated in the batter and set aside.
- 3
In another bowl add about a cup of Panko breadcrumbs. Coat each piece of chicken with breadcrumbs, add more breadcrumbs as needed.
- 4
Add about ½ inch of oil in a large skillet and heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken to the hot oil and fry on both sides for about 3 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. Place on paper napkins to soak up some of the oil. Repeat with all chicken pieces. Do not overcrowd the chicken, only add a few pieces of chicken to the skillet at a time, so the chicken turns out crispy.
- 5
Drizzle chicken with sauce and serve.
Bang Bang Chicken
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About this Recipe
Craving an explosion of flavor that will make your taste buds sing? This Bang Bang Chicken recipe delivers a sweet, spicy, and utterly addictive experience, perfect for a weeknight dinner when you need a "30 minute meal" that truly satisfies.
Why This Bang Bang Chicken Works
The magic lies in the delightful contrast: incredibly succulent chicken, specifically boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into small pieces, coated in a delectable batter and crisped up with Panko. This creates an irresistible crunch that’s perfectly balanced by our signature sweet, spicy, and creamy sauce. It’s a dish that feels special yet comes together efficiently.
What to Expect
Prepare for tender chicken with an irresistible, golden-brown Panko crust, enveloped in a vibrant sauce that hits all the right notes. You’ll taste the comforting sweetness from honey, a gentle warmth and spice from both sweet chili sauce and sriracha, all rounded out by the rich depth of mayonnaise. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of textures and bold flavors that’s truly addictive. This satisfying dish provides 497 calories per serving, making it a fulfilling main course.
Customization & Variations
- Spice Level: Adjust the amount of hot sauce (like sriracha) to dial the heat up or down according to your preference. You can also experiment with different types of hot sauce for a unique kick.
- Chicken Cut: While this recipe calls for chicken breasts, boneless, skinless chicken thighs could offer a slightly richer flavor and stay incredibly moist.
- Sauce Profile: For an extra layer of complexity, a squeeze of fresh lime juice or a dash of soy sauce could be added to the finished Bang Bang sauce.
Serving & Context
This Bang Bang Chicken is an ideal choice for a casual yet exciting dinner. Serve it simply with steamed jasmine rice to soak up every last drop of that amazing sauce, or alongside a crisp green salad for a lighter meal.