Description
This Bang Bang Chicken is crispy, flavorful, and coated in a sweet and spicy sauce that will leave your taste buds dancing. Tender chicken bites, perfectly fried, are drizzled with a creamy, spicy sauce that’s a delightful combination of heat, sweetness, and savory goodness. Perfect as an appetizer or main dish!
Ingredients
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For the Bang Bang Chicken Sauce:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup chili-garlic sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons sriracha
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Black pepper, to taste
- Salt, to taste
For the Bang Bang Chicken:
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- ¾ cup cornstarch
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Vegetable oil, enough for frying
- Spicy chili flakes (optional)
- Fresh chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together all the ingredients for the Bang Bang Chicken Sauce: mayonnaise, chili-garlic sauce, honey, sriracha, paprika, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- In a shallow bowl, combine the cornstarch, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Dip each piece of chicken into the buttermilk, then coat it with the cornstarch mixture.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep fryer over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the chicken pieces in batches, frying until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per batch. Remove the chicken from the oil and drain on paper towels.
- Once all the chicken is cooked, toss it in the Bang Bang Chicken Sauce until well-coated.
- Garnish with spicy chili flakes (if using) and fresh chopped parsley for a burst of color and extra flavor.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- If you prefer a milder version, you can reduce or omit the sriracha and chili flakes.
- For extra crispiness, you can double-dip the chicken pieces in the cornstarch and buttermilk mixture before frying.
- The sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American, Asian