Description
Enjoy crispy, flavorful Bang Bang Chicken Thighs with a spicy, creamy sauce made from natural ingredients. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish offers a perfect balance of crunchy texture and juicy tenderness, ideal for busy weeknights or sharing with friends.
Ingredients
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Chicken Thighs
- 4 boneless, skin-on chicken thighs
- Salt, to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup cornstarch (gluten-free if needed)
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Bang Bang Sauce
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise (plant-based)
- 2 tablespoons sriracha (natural)
- 1 tablespoon honey (natural)
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
Garnishes
- 2 green onions, freshly sliced
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken Thighs: Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to ensure maximum crispiness. Season them lightly with salt and garlic powder for an extra layer of flavor.
- Coat the Chicken: Generously dust each piece with cornstarch, ensuring a thin, even layer to help create a crunchy coating when fried.
- Fry Until Golden: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Carefully add the coated chicken and fry until both sides are golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F, ensuring juicy perfection.
- Make the Bang Bang Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together plant-based mayonnaise, sriracha (natural), honey (natural), apple cider vinegar (natural), and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) until smooth and creamy.
- Toss and Serve: Once the chicken has cooled slightly, toss it with the spicy, creamy sauce until evenly coated. Top with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Dry chicken thoroughly to ensure a crisp coating.
- Use medium heat for frying to cook chicken evenly and avoid burning the coating.
- Adjust sweetness and spice of the sauce gradually to taste.
- Let cooked chicken rest briefly before tossing in sauce to maintain crispiness.
- Use fresh garnishes like green onions and toasted sesame seeds for texture contrast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Bang Bang Chicken Thighs, Crispy Chicken, Spicy Chicken, Plant-Based Sauce, Gluten Free Chicken, Easy Dinner
