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Crispy Bang Bang Chicken

crispy bang bang chicken recipe made easy at home. Crispy golden chicken bites drenched in a sweet, spicy, and creamy Bang Bang sauce that's utterly addictive
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Marinade
  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
Crispy Coating
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
Bang Bang Sauce
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1-2 tbsp sriracha adjust to heat preference
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar
For Frying
  • 4 cups vegetable oil for deep frying
Garnish
  • 2 stalks green onions thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, salt, and pepper. Add chicken pieces and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for extra tenderness.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and rice vinegar until smooth. Taste and adjust spice level. Set aside.
  3. In a shallow dish, mix flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt. Remove chicken from buttermilk, letting excess drip off, then dredge each piece thoroughly in the flour mixture. Shake off excess and place on a wire rack.
  4. Heat oil in a deep pot or fryer to 350°F (175°C). Working in batches, fry the chicken pieces for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 165°F). Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
  5. In a large bowl, toss the hot crispy chicken with the prepared Bang Bang sauce until evenly coated. Transfer to a serving plate, garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, and serve immediately.