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Crispy Bang Bang Chicken

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A quick and easy recipe featuring crispy fried chicken pieces tossed in a sweet, spicy, and tangy bang bang sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Vegetable oil, for frying (canola or peanut oil recommended)
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
  • 1–2 tsp sriracha or other hot sauce, to taste
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar or lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
  • Chopped green onions (optional garnish)
  • Sesame seeds (optional garnish)
  • Fresh cilantro leaves (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. Whisk the eggs in one bowl. In another bowl, mix the flour and cornstarch together.
  3. Dip each chicken piece into the beaten eggs, letting excess drip off, then dredge thoroughly in the flour and cornstarch mixture. Set aside on a plate.
  4. Pour vegetable oil into a deep frying pan or wok to about 2 inches deep and heat to 350°F (175°C).
  5. Fry the chicken pieces in batches, avoiding overcrowding, for 4-5 minutes per batch until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F/74°C). Transfer to a wire rack over a baking sheet to drain and keep crispy.
  6. While frying, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, rice vinegar, and garlic powder until smooth. Adjust heat and sweetness to taste.
  7. Once all chicken is fried, toss gently in a large bowl with the sauce until evenly coated but not soggy.
  8. Garnish with chopped green onions, sesame seeds, and cilantro if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Keep oil temperature steady at 350°F to maintain crispiness. Toss chicken in sauce just before serving to avoid sogginess. For gluten-free, substitute flour with rice flour or gluten-free blend and verify chili sauce ingredients. Air fryer option: air fry at 400°F for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway.

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Keywords: crispy chicken, bang bang sauce, sweet and spicy chicken, fried chicken, easy dinner, weeknight meal, Asian sauce

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