Description
Crispy Bang Bang Chicken is a delightful culinary experience that marries sweet and spicy flavors, making it a favorite for any occasion. This dish features tender chicken pieces coated in a crunchy panko crust and tossed in a creamy, zesty sauce that will tantalize your taste buds. With its quick preparation time and versatile serving options, it’s perfect as an appetizer or main course. Whether you’re hosting a party or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this Crispy Bang Bang Chicken is sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Sweet chili sauce
- Sriracha
- Mayonnaise
- Honey
- Lime juice
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and pat dry.
- Mix flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a shallow bowl.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs; place panko breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
- Dip each chicken piece in seasoned flour, followed by eggs, then coat with panko.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry chicken in batches until golden brown (5-7 minutes per side), ensuring it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Drain on paper towels.
- Whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, honey, and lime juice for the Bang Bang sauce.
- Toss fried chicken pieces with the sauce and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 125mg