Here’s a delicious recipe for Bang Bang Chicken, a crowd-pleaser inspired by the bold flavors of Asian-American fusion cuisine. This dish features crispy chicken bites tossed in a creamy, sweet, spicy, and tangy sauce. Perfect as an appetizer or main dish!
Bang Bang Chicken
Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the chicken:
- 1 lb (450 g) chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup buttermilk (or plain yogurt, thinned with water)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Vegetable oil, for frying
For the Bang Bang Sauce:
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp rice vinegar or lime juice
To garnish:
- Chopped green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken:
- Place the chicken pieces in a bowl and pour the buttermilk over them. Let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours for extra tenderness).
- Prepare the coating:
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Fry the chicken:
- Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Remove the chicken pieces from the buttermilk, letting the excess drip off, and coat them in the flour mixture.
- Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per batch. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Make the sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and rice vinegar until smooth and creamy.
- Toss and serve:
- Toss the crispy chicken pieces in the Bang Bang sauce until evenly coated.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
- Optional serving suggestions:
- Serve with white rice or noodles for a main dish.
- Pair with a crisp green salad for a lighter option.
This Bang Bang Chicken is delightfully crispy and packed with flavor—perfect for any occasion!