Description
Skillet Bang Bang Chicken Thighs are a delicious, easy-to-make main course featuring juicy chicken thighs seared to perfection and coated in a creamy, sweet, and spicy Bang Bang sauce. This lighter take on a restaurant favorite comes together quickly on the stovetop and makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Thighs
- 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
For the Bang Bang Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar (optional)
To Garnish
- Chopped green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Season and Prepare Chicken Thighs: Pat chicken thighs dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Dust the thighs evenly with cornstarch to help crisp the exterior and help the sauce cling.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken thighs in a single layer. Cook for 5–6 minutes per side, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate to rest.
- Mix Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and rice vinegar until smooth and creamy. Adjust spice and sweetness to taste.
- Coat Chicken in Sauce: Reduce heat to low, return the chicken thighs to the skillet, and pour the Bang Bang sauce over them. Toss the chicken to evenly coat, simmering gently for 1–2 minutes to warm the sauce and meld the flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot with steamed rice or veggies.
Notes
- You can substitute boneless, skinless chicken breasts, but adjust cooking time as needed.
- For extra heat, add more sriracha, or use chili flakes in the sauce.
- Dairy-free mayo can make this recipe suitable for lactose-intolerant diets.
- The sauce can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 chicken thighs with sauce
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
