Description
This Bang Bang Chicken is a deliciously crispy dish coated in a flavorful sauce that is perfect served over rice.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1–2 tablespoons Sriracha or hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- Salt, to taste
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1/4 cup vegetable or avocado oil, for frying
- Cooked white rice or cauliflower rice
- Sliced green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, honey, Sriracha, and rice vinegar until smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, or add more Sriracha for extra heat. Set aside.
- In a shallow dish, combine the cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, pepper, and salt.
- Place the beaten eggs in a separate shallow dish.
- Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels. Dredge each piece first in the cornstarch mixture, then dip into the beaten eggs, letting any excess drip off. Dredge once more in the cornstarch mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches to avoid overcrowding, add the coated chicken pieces in a single layer.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown, crispy, and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Transfer cooked chicken to a paper towel-lined plate.
- Once all chicken is cooked, you can either toss all the pieces with the prepared Bang Bang sauce in a large bowl until evenly coated, or drizzle the sauce over the chicken arranged on a serving platter.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
- Serve immediately over rice, with extra sauce on the side.
Notes
- This dish can be adjusted for heat preference by changing the amount of Sriracha used.
- Serve with a side of fresh vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg