Description
This Crispy Bang Bang Chicken is a flavor-packed dish featuring golden, crunchy chicken bites tossed in a creamy, spicy, and slightly sweet Bang Bang sauce. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or main dish, this easy-to-make recipe brings restaurant-quality flavor right to your kitchen. Serve it with rice, in tacos, or on a fresh salad for an irresistible meal!
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 ½ cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1 ½ cups vegetable oil (for frying)
For the Bang Bang Sauce:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust for spice level)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
Instructions
For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 ½ cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1 ½ cups vegetable oil (for frying)
For the Bang Bang Sauce:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust for spice level)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
Notes
- For extra crispiness, double-coat the chicken in panko breadcrumbs.
- Use an air fryer at 375°F for 12-14 minutes for a healthier option.
- To store leftovers, keep the chicken and sauce separate to maintain crispiness.
- Reheat in an oven at 375°F for 10 minutes to keep the crispy texture.
- Pair with rice, wraps, or fresh coleslaw for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer / Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired