Experience an explosion of flavors with this irresistible Bang Bang Chicken recipe. Crispy, tender chicken pieces are coated in a creamy, spicy, and sweet sauce that’s guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds. Perfect as an appetizer or a main course, this dish will leave you craving more.
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko breadcrumbs work well)
- Vegetable oil for frying
For the Bang Bang Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
For Garnish:
- Chopped fresh cilantro or green onions (optional)
- Sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions:
1. Season the Chicken:
- Season the bite-sized chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
2. Breading Station:
- Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one with all-purpose flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs.
3. Coat the Chicken:
- Dip each piece of chicken into the flour, ensuring it’s evenly coated.
- Next, dip it into the beaten eggs.
- Finally, coat it with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere the breadcrumbs to the chicken. Place the breaded chicken on a plate.