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Bang Bang Chicken

Bang Bang Chicken
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This easy Bang Bang Chicken recipe offers a creamy, spicy, and flavorful dish perfect for quick dinners or lunches. Featuring tender chicken coated in a luscious sauce made from mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, rice vinegar, and garlic powder, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s both versatile and family-friendly. Serve it warm or chilled, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds for a memorable meal bursting with bold flavors.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs – quantity as needed (around 1 lb recommended)

Sauce

  • Mayonnaise – 1/2 cup
  • Sriracha or chili sauce – 2 tbsp (adjust to taste)
  • Honey or sugar – 1 tbsp
  • Rice vinegar – 1 tbsp
  • Garlic powder – 1/2 tsp

Garnish

  • Green onions – 2, chopped
  • Sesame seeds – 1 tsp (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the chicken: Season the chicken breasts or thighs with salt and pepper. Heat a little oil in a pan over medium heat and pan-fry the chicken until golden and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side depending on thickness. Once cooked, let the chicken rest to retain its juices, then slice into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Prepare the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, rice vinegar, and garlic powder until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Adjust the heat by varying the amount of sriracha to suit your preference.
  3. Combine chicken and sauce: Gently toss the sliced chicken pieces with the Bang Bang sauce, ensuring each piece is well coated without overmixing, which helps keep the chicken tender and intact.
  4. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped green onions and sesame seeds over the coated chicken for color, texture, and added flavor. Serve immediately warm or chilled based on your preference.

Notes

  • Pound chicken to an even thickness for uniform cooking and tenderness.
  • Let cooked chicken rest before slicing to keep it juicy and avoid dryness.
  • If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of water or lime juice to adjust consistency.
  • Add green onions and sesame seeds last to preserve their fresh flavor and texture.
  • You can prepare the sauce ahead of time to save time and allow flavors to meld.

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