Bang Bang Chicken Sauce
Bang Bang Chicken Sauce is a delightful fusion of crispy, tender chicken pieces enveloped in a perfectly seasoned batter and drizzled with a spicy-sweet sauce. This dish is not only easy to prepare but also incredibly versatile, making it suitable for any occasion—from family dinners to parties. The balance of flavors and customizable heat level ensures that everyone at your table will be impressed. Serve it as an appetizer or a main dish, and watch it disappear in no time!
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and marinate in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Remove chicken from marinade, dredge in the flour mixture, and let sit on a wire rack.
- Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce by mixing mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, lime juice, and honey until smooth.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry chicken in batches for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain excess oil on paper towels and serve with Bang Bang sauce drizzled on top or on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 ounces (113g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 70mg