This bang bang chicken recipe is the perfect appetizer with chunks of juicy fried chicken tossed in a creamy, sweet and spicy sauce. So easy to make!
Ingredients
FOR THE BANG BANG SAUCE
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup chili-garlic sauce
- 2 teaspoons sriracha
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon cayenne or use smoked paprika for a milder version
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
FOR THE CHICKEN
- 1 pound chicken breast chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup buttermilk or use milk
- 3/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper use smoked paprika for a milder version or use both!
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
- FOR GARNISH: Fresh chopped parsley spicy chili flakes
Instructions
FOR THE BANG BANG SAUCE
- Whisk together all of the ingredients in a small bowl.
- Cover and refrigerate until ready to use, or serve right away.
FOR THE BANG BANG CHICKEN
- Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a wide pot to 375 degrees F. Do not let the oil boil. If you do not have a thermometer, test the oil with a tiny drop of flour. It will immediately sizzle up.
- Next, add the chicken and buttermilk to a large bowl. Toss to coat the chicken. Soak for a few minutes while the oil is heating.
- Whisk together then cornstarch, cayenne (or paprika) and a bit of salt and pepper into a separate large bowl.
- Drain the chicken and shake off any excess buttermilk. Coat the chicken in the seasoned cornstarch mixture, then fry them for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through and start to lightly brown.
- Remove and drain the chicken on paper towels.
- Toss the chicken with the bang bang sauce then garnish with fresh parsley and spicy chili flakes.
