Bang Bang Chicken Recipe

This Bang Bang Chicken Recipe features crispy, buttermilk-marinated chicken coated in a creamy, sweet, and spicy sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a perfect fusion of Asian and American flavors, bringing restaurant-quality taste to your kitchen. Ideal for busy weeknights or entertaining guests!

5 from 1 vote

Print Pin

Course: Main Dish

Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 15

Total Time: 30

Servings:

Calories: 450kcal

Cost: $17

Equipment

Large skillet or deep fryer For frying the chicken
Mixing bowls For dredging chicken and making sauce
Whisk To mix the sauce evenly
Paper towels To drain excess oil
Wire rack Optional, helps keep fried chicken crispy
Meat thermometer Recommended for precise frying

Ingredients

the Chicken:

2 lbs chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cups buttermilk For marinating
2 cups all-purpose flour For coating
1 tablespoon garlic powder Adds flavor
1 tablespoon paprika Enhances taste and color
1 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste
½ teaspoon black pepper For seasoning
Vegetable oil For frying

the Sauce:

½ cup mayonnaise Base of the sauce
¼ cup sweet chili sauce Adds sweetness and heat
2 tablespoon sriracha sauce Adjust to spice preference
1 tablespoon honey For balance
1 teaspoon rice vinegar Adds tanginess

Garnish:

Green onions sliced
Sesame seeds Adds crunch
Cilantro Optional, for extra flavor

Instructions

Marinate chicken in buttermilk (30 min - 4 hrs)
Mix flour with seasonings
Dredge chicken in flour mixture
Fry at 350°F until golden (4-5 mins)
Whisk sauce ingredients together
Toss chicken in sauce
Garnish and serve

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Nutrition