Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Made Easy and Comforting
Crispy Bang Bang Chicken features golden chicken bites coated in a rich, sweet-heat sauce. A friendly, flavor-packed meal everyone will look forward to.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 lb chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 –3 tbsp oil for pan-frying
For the Bang Bang Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 –2 tsp sriracha optional
- 1 tsp honey optional
- 1 tsp lime juice optional
Optional Add-Ons
- Green onions sliced
- Sesame seeds
- Lime wedges
- Rice or noodles
- Steamed vegetables
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and pat dry.
- Season with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Toss chicken in cornstarch until lightly coated.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken in a single layer.
- Cook until golden, crisp, and fully cooked (6–8 minutes).
- Whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice.
- Toss chicken in sauce or drizzle on top just before serving.
- Garnish with green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
- For maximum crunch, add the sauce right before serving.
- Air fryer alternative: Cook chicken at 400°F (200°C) for 8–10 minutes.
- For a less spicy version, reduce the sriracha or skip it.
- Store chicken and sauce separately to keep the coating crisp.
- Works great in bowls, wraps, or over rice for a full meal.