Crispy Chicken Bang Bang: Sweet-Spicy Crunchy Bites with Creamy Mayo-Chili Sauce
Chicken Bang Bang is an irresistibly crispy, saucy, and slightly spicy dish inspired by Sichuan flavors—featuring golden-fried chicken bites drizzled with a sweet-chili-mayo sauce that’s creamy, tangy, and utterly addictive. Perfect as an appetizer, party snack, or main dish!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
🔥 Crispy & Juicy – Double-fried or air-fried for maximum crunch. 🌶 Sweet-Spicy Creamy Sauce – The perfect balance of heat and richness. 🍗 Versatile – Use chicken tenders, wings, or popcorn chicken. ⏱ Ready in 30 Mins – Faster than takeout!
Key Ingredients
Chicken breast or thighs – Cut into bite-sized pieces.
Cornstarch & flour – For ultra-crispy coating.
Egg & buttermilk – For tenderizing.
Bang Bang Sauce – Mayo, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey.
Serving Ideas
🍽 As an appetizer – Skewer with toothpicks for parties. 🥗 Over rice or salad – For a hearty meal. 🍻 Beer match – Perfect with ice-cold lager.
This Chicken Bang Bang is crispy, saucy, and impossible to resist—great for game day or weeknight cravings!
Prep Time:
15 minsCook Time:
15 minsTotal Time:
30 mins
Servings4
Calories494
Best Season
Suitable throughout the year
Description
Chicken Bang Bang Recipe. Amazingly crispy chicken bites drizzled with bang bang sauce, sweet chili mayo sauce, just make the entire dish appetizing and delectable. This recipe is a copycat of a popular Sichuan Chinese dish. A simple recipe, crisp, saucy, and delicious, great for meals.
Ingredients
1/2kg boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch cubes)
3/4cup buttermilk
1/4cup cornstarch
1/2cup all-purpose flour (adjust accordingly)
1tbsp hot sauce
1/4tsp salt
1cup breadcrumbs
ground black pepper (to taste)
cooking oil (for frying)
Instructions
Preparation:
Prepare the chicken breasts: remove the skin, wash them, drain the water, and pat them dry. Slice them into cubes. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the buttermilk, egg, hot sauce, salt, and pepper to taste. Add the flour and cornstarch, then whisk until the batter consistency is reached.
Dip the chicken into the mixture, and then dredge it in the breadcrumbs, pressing gently to coat. Arrange them in a tray and repeat until all are finished and ready to fry.
Cooking:
In a frying pan, pour in enough cooking oil to fry over medium-high heat.
When the oil is hot enough, add the coated chicken to the pan and cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until evenly golden and crispy.
Note: Don’t overcrowd the pan, and fry the coated chicken in batches to keep the temperature of the oil consistent.
Once cooked, transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Toss with bang bang sauce before serving, or keep it plain.
Share and enjoy the food!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories494kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat26.8g42%
Saturated Fat5.4g27%
Cholesterol113mg38%
Sodium399mg17%
Potassium396mg12%
Total Carbohydrate21.5g8%
Dietary Fiber0.5g2%
Sugars2.3g
Protein39.3g79%
Calcium 6 mg
Iron 13 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.