Description

Crispy Bang Bang Chicken is a delightful dish that combines the satisfying crunch of fried chicken with a perfectly balanced sweet and spicy sauce. This recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners, game day gatherings, or any time you want to impress your guests. With its tender chicken coated in a crispy panko crust and enveloped in a homemade Bang Bang sauce, this dish is sure to become a family favorite. Easy to prepare and incredibly flavorful, Crispy Bang Bang Chicken can be served as an appetizer, main course, or even in wraps—making it versatile enough for any occasion.

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
For Bang Bang Sauce: mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, honey, lime juice

Instructions

Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels.
In a shallow bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Set up a breading station: beat the eggs in one bowl and place panko breadcrumbs in another.
Coat each chicken piece in seasoned flour first, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.
Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Fry the chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes per side). Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Drain on paper towels.
In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, honey, and lime juice for the sauce.
Toss the crispy chicken in the sauce until well coated.
Serve immediately.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Asian-inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 3 pieces of Crispy Bang Bang Chicken (150g)
Calories: 420
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 720mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 115mg

Keywords: For added spice, adjust the amount of Sriracha in the sauce according to personal preference. You can substitute chicken with turkey or beef if desired; just modify cooking times accordingly.