Crispy Bang Bang Chicken features juicy chicken bites fried to golden perfection and tossed in a creamy, spicy-sweet Bang Bang sauce. It’s bold, addictive, and easy to make.
For the Chicken:
1.5 lbs boneless chicken breast or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup buttermilk (or 2 beaten eggs)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup cornstarch
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Oil for frying
For the Bang Bang Sauce:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
1–2 tbsp Sriracha or chili garlic sauce
1 tsp honey or sugar (optional)
Marinate chicken in buttermilk, salt, and garlic powder for 15–30 minutes.
Mix flour and cornstarch in a bowl. Dredge chicken to coat evenly.
Heat oil to 350°F. Fry chicken in batches until golden and cooked through.
In a bowl, mix all sauce ingredients. Taste and adjust heat.
Toss hot chicken with sauce or drizzle over the top before serving.
Garnish with green onions or sesame seeds.