Description
This Bang Bang Style Thai Chicken recipe delivers a delightful explosion of flavors with tender, golden-brown chicken pieces coated in a creamy, tangy, and spicy sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for a quick and flavorful meal that brings the vibrant tastes of Thai cuisine right to your dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
Garnish
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, lime juice, and soy sauce. Mix well until all ingredients are fully blended to create the signature Bang Bang sauce.
- Heat the oil: Place a pan over medium heat and add the vegetable oil. Allow it to heat up so it’s ready for cooking the chicken.
- Season the chicken: Sprinkle the bite-sized chicken pieces with salt and pepper evenly to enhance their flavor before cooking.
- Cook the chicken: Add the seasoned chicken pieces to the heated pan. Cook them for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become golden brown and are cooked through thoroughly.
- Toss in the sauce: Remove the pan from heat and immediately toss the cooked chicken in the prepared sauce, making sure each piece is well coated with the creamy, spicy mixture.
- Serve: Plate the coated chicken and garnish generously with chopped green onions for a fresh, crisp contrast. Serve hot for the best flavor experience.
Notes
- This dish can be served as a main course with steamed rice or as an appetizer.
- Adjust the sriracha amount to control the spiciness according to your preference.
- For a lower-fat version, use light mayonnaise or substitute with Greek yogurt.
- Ensure the chicken is cooked thoroughly for food safety.
- Leftover sauce can be refrigerated and used as a dip for other dishes.
