Tired of the same old dinners? Craving something that’s quick to make, won’t derail your healthy eating goals, and explodes with flavor? Look no further than Crispy Bang Bang Chicken! Imagine succulent chicken, perfectly crispy, coated in a creamy, spicy sauce that’ll leave you wanting more. As a busy parent myself, I understand the struggle of weeknight meals. This dish is my go-to for a guaranteed family favorite, and I know it will be yours too.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
My grandmother, a true culinary inspiration, first introduced me to a simplified version of this dish. While her version was delicious, I’ve spent years perfecting it, adding layers of flavor and ensuring it’s both easy and relatively healthy. This isn’t just a recipe; it’s a taste of home, love, and quick weeknight wins passed down through generations.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or avocado oil for cooking
For the Bang Bang Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
For Garnish:
- Chopped green onions
- Sesame seeds
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Prep the Chicken: In a bowl, combine cornstarch, flour, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the Chicken: Dip each piece of chicken in the beaten egg, then dredge it in the cornstarch mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, rice vinegar, honey, and garlic powder until smooth.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: Add the cooked chicken to the bowl with the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
- Serve and Garnish: Serve Crispy Bang Bang Chicken immediately over rice, noodles, or a bed of lettuce. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Enjoy!
Crispy Bang Bang Chicken
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Prep the Chicken: In a bowl, combine cornstarch, flour, salt, and pepper.1/2 cup cornstarch, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Coat the Chicken: Dip each piece of chicken in the beaten egg, then dredge it in the cornstarch mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated.1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 1 large egg, 1/2 cup cornstarch, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Cook the Chicken: Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.2 tablespoons vegetable oil or avocado oil, 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Make the Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, rice vinegar, honey, and garlic powder until smooth.1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce, 2 tablespoons sriracha, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: Add the cooked chicken to the bowl with the sauce and toss to coat evenly.1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce, 2 tablespoons sriracha, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Serve and Garnish: Serve Crispy Bang Bang Chicken immediately over rice, noodles, or a bed of lettuce. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Enjoy!Chopped green onions, Sesame seeds