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Crispy Bang Bang Chicken

Crispy Bang Bang Chicken
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Crispy Bang Bang Chicken is a quick and easy dish featuring golden, crispy chicken bites coated with a simple cornstarch mixture and fried to perfection. Tossed in a creamy, spicy, tangy, and sweet bang bang sauce made from mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, and rice vinegar, this flavorful dish is perfect for busy weeknights, family dinners, or entertaining guests. Versatile and family friendly with a mild kick, it can be served as an appetizer, main course, or in wraps and salads.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Coating

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into 1–2 inch pieces
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Cooking oil (neutral oil with high smoke point), for frying

Bang Bang Sauce

  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Slice chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces about 1-2 inches each. Pat dry thoroughly with paper towels to remove moisture for better crispiness.
  2. Coat the Chicken: In a shallow bowl, mix cornstarch, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss chicken pieces in this dry mixture until evenly coated, ensuring a crispy crust with minimal oil absorption.
  3. Fry the Chicken: Heat a few tablespoons of neutral oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry chicken pieces in batches for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
  4. Make the Bang Bang Sauce: While frying, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, and rice vinegar in a bowl. Taste and adjust the balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy to preference.
  5. Combine and Serve: Gently toss the cooked chicken pieces in the bang bang sauce until fully coated. Serve immediately while hot and crispy for optimal texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Use room temperature chicken for even cooking and better crispiness.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan; fry in batches to maintain oil temperature and crispness.
  • Pat chicken dry thoroughly before coating to ensure a crunchy crust.
  • If the bang bang sauce is too thick, thin it with a splash of water to coat evenly.
  • Serve immediately to maintain crunchy texture; the chicken will lose its crispiness if left sitting in sauce too long.

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