Crispy Bang Bang Chicken: Sweet, Spicy & Perfectly Crunchy
Crispy, golden chicken bites coated in a spicy-sweet creamy Bang Bang sauce. Perfect as an appetizer, main dish, or crowd-pleasing party snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients
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1.5 lbs boneless chicken breast or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
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Salt and pepper to taste
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2 eggs, beaten
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1/2 cup cornstarch
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 tsp paprika
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Oil for frying
Bang Bang Sauce:
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
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1–2 tbsp sriracha (to taste)
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1 tsp lime juice (optional)
Instructions
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Season chicken with salt and pepper.
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Dredge in egg, then coat in flour/cornstarch/spice mixture.
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Heat oil to 350°F and fry chicken in batches for 4–5 minutes until golden and crisp. Drain on a wire rack or paper towels.
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Whisk sauce ingredients until smooth.
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Toss or drizzle sauce over chicken. Garnish and serve immediately.