Description
Indulge in the unforgettable flavors of Bang Bang Chicken Sauce, a dish that perfectly balances crispy, tender chicken with a spicy-sweet sauce. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also incredibly versatile—ideal for weeknight dinners, festive gatherings, or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. The combination of spices in the batter and the creamy Bang Bang sauce will leave your taste buds dancing. Customize the heat level to suit your preference and serve it over rice, in tacos, or alongside fresh greens for a complete meal. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this mouthwatering creation!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjustable)
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and marinate in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Remove chicken from marinade; dredge in flour mixture until coated. Let sit on a wire rack for about 10 minutes.
- For the sauce, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, lime juice, and honey in a small bowl until smooth.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Fry chicken pieces in batches for about 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain on paper towels and serve with Bang Bang sauce drizzled or on the side.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 70mg