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bang bang chicken

Bang Bang Chicken is a crave-worthy dish that combines crispy bite-sized chicken pieces with a creamy, spicy-sweet sauce that hits all the right notes. Perfect as an appetizer, party snack, or main course over rice or noodles, this dish brings restaurant-quality flavor to your home kitchen. The signature “bang bang” sauce is the real star here—rich, tangy, and a little spicy, coating every crispy morsel of chicken just right.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner
Calories: 430
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Chicken:
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • For the Bang Bang Sauce:
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 –2 tbsp sriracha adjust to taste
  • 1 tbsp honey optional, for added sweetness
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar or lime juice optional, for a tangy finish
  • Optional Garnishes:
  • Chopped green onions
  • Sesame seeds

Method
 

  1. Place chicken pieces in a bowl with buttermilk. Let marinate for at least 10 minutes while you prep the coating and sauce.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey (if using), and vinegar or lime juice. Taste and adjust spice level as needed. Set aside.
  3. In another bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Remove chicken from the buttermilk and dredge each piece in the flour mixture until well-coated.
  4. Heat oil in a deep skillet or saucepan over medium-high heat. Fry chicken in batches for 4–5 minutes, or until golden and cooked through. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
  5. Place cooked chicken in a large bowl and drizzle with bang bang sauce. Gently toss to coat all the pieces evenly.
  6. Serve warm, topped with green onions or sesame seeds if desired. Great with rice, noodles, or in lettuce wraps.

Notes

  • Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat: Reheat in the oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.
  • Sauce Storage: Keep extra sauce in the fridge for up to 5 days—great for dipping fries or veggies!