Crispy, spicy, a little sweet, this Bang Bang Chicken is one of those dinners you make once and then keep on repeat. Super easy, super satisfying, and honestly better than takeout.
Ingredients
Chicken
• 2 lbs chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp pepper
• 1 egg
• Oil, for frying
Bang Bang Sauce
• ½ cup sriracha mayo
• ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
Toppings
• Green onions, sliced
• Sesame seeds
Instructions
1. Season the flour
In a small bowl, mix together the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. Coat the chicken
Add the chicken to a large bowl and toss with the seasoned flour. Crack in the egg and mix until every piece is coated.
3. Fry until crispy
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the chicken in batches until golden and crispy on all sides. Transfer to a wire rack or paper towels.
4. Make the sauce
In a small bowl, mix the sriracha mayo and sweet chili sauce.
5. Toss it
Add the crispy chicken to the sauce and toss until evenly coated.
6. Serve & enjoy! 🔥
Bang Bang Chicken is a fantastic dish to add to your weekly meal rotation because it balances heat, sweetness, and crunch in such a satisfying way. From my experience making this recipe several times, I find that using chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces ensures even cooking and perfect crispiness. When frying, having the oil at the right temperature (around medium heat) is crucial to avoid soggy chicken or burnt crust; using a thermometer can help maintain consistency. I also like to experiment a bit with the Bang Bang Sauce by adjusting the ratio of sriracha mayo and sweet chili sauce to suit my desired heat level and sweetness. For those who prefer a milder taste, decreasing sriracha or using a spicy mayo with less heat works well. To make the dish visually appealing and add texture, sprinkling sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds on top is an easy step that elevates the final presentation. Additionally, I've found that serving this crispy Bang Bang Chicken over a bed of fluffy jasmine rice or alongside steamed vegetables makes for a well-rounded meal. Some variations involve adding a squeeze of fresh lime juice over the chicken before serving, which adds a nice tangy brightness that complements the richness of the sauce. This recipe is not only flavorful and crunchy but also straightforward enough for kitchen novices to tackle confidently. With its combination of seasoned flour coating, frying to golden perfection, and saucing with a creamy yet spicy blend, it truly delivers a restaurant-quality dish at home. Once tried, many food lovers find themselves making Bang Bang Chicken again and again as a comforting and exciting dinner choice.









































































