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Bang Bang Chicken Recipe: The Ultimate Crispy & Flavor Explosion!

Crispy Bang Bang Chicken drizzled with spicy sauce.
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Bang Bang Chicken is a crispy, juicy dish coated in a creamy, sweet, and spicy sauce that delivers an explosion of flavors. This homemade version is better than takeout and can be served as an appetizer, main dish, or even in wraps and salads.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • Vegetable oil (for frying)

For the Bang Bang Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

Step 1: Prep the Chicken

  1. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and place them in a bowl.
  2. Pour the buttermilk over the chicken, mix well, and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.

Step 2: Make the Coating

  1. In a separate bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Dip each piece of chicken into the beaten egg, then coat evenly with the flour mixture.

Step 3: Fry the Chicken

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Fry the coated chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and crispy (about 3-4 minutes per side).
  3. Remove and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 4: Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce

  1. In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, honey, Sriracha, lime juice, and garlic powder until smooth.

Step 5: Toss & Serve

  1. Drizzle or toss the crispy chicken with the Bang Bang Sauce.
  2. Garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds for extra flavor.
  3. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • For a healthier version, bake the chicken at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes or air fry at 375°F for 12-15 minutes.
  • Adjust the spice level by adding more or less Sriracha.
  • Serve with steamed rice, lettuce wraps, or as a taco filling for a fun twist.
  • Make ahead: The sauce can be prepared in advance and stored in the fridge for up to a week.

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