Description

Bang Bang Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish featuring crispy fried chicken pieces coated in a creamy, spicy, and tangy sauce. This easy-to-prepare recipe balances creaminess, heat, and crunch, perfect as a main dish, appetizer, or party snack with customizable spice levels to suit all tastes. Garnished with fresh green onions and toasted sesame seeds, it pairs beautifully with steamed rice, quinoa, or crisp Asian slaw for a complete meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Coating

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/2 cup semi-crumbled cornstarch or natural gelling agent
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Vegetable oil, for frying

Bang Bang Sauce

1/2 cup plant-based mayonnaise
2 tablespoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
1 tablespoon honey
1 to 2 tablespoons sriracha or chili paste (natural), adjust to taste
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Garnishes

2 tablespoons chopped green onions
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces for even cooking. Pat dry thoroughly with paper towels to ensure the coating adheres well. Toss the chicken pieces in a mixture of cornstarch or natural gelling agent combined with garlic powder until all pieces are evenly coated.
Fry the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to around 350°F to 375°F. Carefully add the coated chicken pieces in batches without overcrowding. Fry the chicken until golden and crispy on all sides, about 4 to 6 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on paper towels to maintain crispiness.
Make the Bang Bang Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together plant-based mayonnaise, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), honey, sriracha or chili paste (natural), and apple cider vinegar until smooth and creamy. Adjust the spice level to your preference.
Combine Chicken and Sauce: Once the fried chicken has cooled slightly but is still warm, gently coat each piece with the Bang Bang sauce until well covered but not soggy. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.

Notes

Pat chicken dry to ensure the coating sticks and creates maximum crunch.
Maintain oil temperature between 350°F and 375°F for perfect frying without excess oil absorption.
Prepare Bang Bang sauce ahead of time to allow flavors to meld and speed up serving.
Use fresh garlic powder and vibrant sriracha or chili paste (natural) for enhanced flavor.
Toss chicken in sauce just before serving to keep it crispy.
Store leftover chicken and sauce separately to preserve texture.
Reheat chicken in an oven or air fryer to maintain crispness; avoid microwaving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Appetizers
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
Calories: 350
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 520mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 3.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 17g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 65mg

Keywords: Bang Bang Chicken, crispy chicken, spicy chicken, creamy sauce, party snack, easy dinner, gluten free, plant-based sauce