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bang bang chicken

Bang Bang Chicken

Crispy golden chicken bites tossed in a creamy, fiery-sweet Bang Bang sauce — dinner bliss in every bite.
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Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Diet: Low Lactose
Keyword: crispy chicken recipe, easy dinner recipes, sweet heat chicken
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 1140kcal
Cost: $18.00

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Whisk
  • 1 large skillet high-sided for frying
  • 1 wire rack for draining fried chicken
  • 1 tongs for easy flipping

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb chicken breast cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tbsp sriracha sauce adjust to taste
  • 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
  • 2 tbsp green onions thinly sliced for garnish

Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha sauce until smooth.
    1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce, 2 tbsp sriracha sauce
  • Prepare three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with seasoned panko breadcrumbs.
    1 cup all-purpose flour, 2 large eggs, 1.5 cup panko breadcrumbs, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • Dredge chicken pieces first in flour, then eggs, then panko, ensuring an even coating.
    1.5 lb chicken breast, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 2 large eggs, 1.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet. Fry chicken in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
    1.5 lb chicken breast, 1 cup vegetable oil
  • Transfer fried chicken to a wire rack to drain any excess oil.
  • Gently toss the crispy chicken bites in the prepared Bang Bang sauce until evenly coated.
  • Sprinkle sliced green onions over the sauced chicken and serve immediately with extra sauce on the side.
    2 tbsp green onions

Notes

Adjust the heat of the sauce by adding more or less sriracha. For a lighter option, air fry at 400°F for 8 minutes per side.
This recipe is an independent creation and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any brand.

Nutrition

Serving: 150g | Calories: 1140kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 84g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 46g | Monounsaturated Fat: 20g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 214mg | Sodium: 1489mg | Potassium: 768mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 246IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 4mg
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