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Crispy Bang Bang Chicken: Restaurant Style Flavor in Under 30 Minutes

Close-up of crispy fried chicken pieces coated in a spicy orange bang bang chicken sauce on a white plate.
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Make restaurant-quality Bang Bang Chicken at home. This recipe delivers crispy chicken bites tossed in a creamy, sweet, and spicy sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or tenders, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • Vegetable oil, for frying (about 2 cups)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha (adjust for spice preference)
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken coating: In one shallow dish, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. In a second dish, place the beaten eggs.
  2. Dredge the chicken pieces first in the flour mixture, shaking off excess. Then dip completely in the egg, and finally coat again thoroughly in the flour mixture to ensure a thick coating for crispiness.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
  4. Carefully add the coated chicken to the hot oil in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 4 to 6 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Remove the crispy chicken with a slotted spoon and place it on a wire rack set over a paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain excess oil.
  6. Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, honey, rice vinegar, and garlic powder until smooth and creamy.
  7. Place the hot, crispy chicken into a large bowl. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and gently toss until all pieces are evenly coated.
  8. Serve immediately over rice, with noodles, or as a spicy chicken appetizer.

Notes

  • For an air fryer bang bang chicken option, spray the coated chicken lightly with cooking spray and air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp. Toss with sauce after cooking.
  • To make this a Bang Bang Chicken Bowl, serve the sauced chicken over cooked rice with steamed broccoli or shredded carrots.
  • Adjust the Sriracha amount to control the heat level of your creamy spicy sauce.

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