Description
Crispy Bang Bang Chicken is a delicious fusion of sweet and spicy flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This dish features tender chicken pieces coated in a crunchy breading, all enveloped in a creamy Bang Bang sauce that adds an irresistible kick. Perfect for weeknight dinners, gatherings, or as a satisfying snack, this recipe is both simple to prepare and absolutely delightful to serve. With customizable heat levels, it’s easy to adjust the spiciness to suit your preferences. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this crowd-pleasing dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil for frying
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and pat dry.
- In a shallow bowl, mix together the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs. In a separate bowl, place the panko breadcrumbs.
- Coat each chicken piece in the seasoned flour, then dip in the beaten eggs, followed by panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry chicken in batches for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Drain on paper towels.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, honey, and lime juice until smooth.
- Toss fried chicken pieces with the Bang Bang sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately on a platter garnished with green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg