Crispy Bang Bang Chicken: An Incredible Sweet and Spicy Sensation
Crispy Bang Bang Chicken is a delightful sweet and spicy dish that promises to captivate your taste buds and impress your guests. This recipe combines perfectly crispy chicken bites with a luscious Bang Bang sauce that balances sweetness and heat. Whether you’re hosting a game night, preparing a family dinner, or planning a potluck, this versatile dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. In just 35 minutes, you can whip up an irresistible meal that appeals to both kids and adults alike. Serve it over rice, in lettuce wraps, or as tasty appetizers—this recipe offers endless possibilities for enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 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
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Mayonnaise
- Sweet chili sauce
- Sriracha
- Honey
- Lime juice
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and pat dry.
- In a shallow bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Beat eggs in a separate bowl and place panko breadcrumbs in another bowl.
- Coat each chicken piece first in seasoned flour, then dip in beaten eggs, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry chicken pieces in batches for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
- Drain on paper towels.
- Prepare the Bang Bang sauce by whisking together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, honey, and lime juice.
- Toss fried chicken pieces in the sauce until well-coated.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 ounces (140g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 150mg