Description
How to make crispy bang bang chicken skewers with sweet chili sauce and creamy mayo that deliver restaurant-quality flavor at home.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Coating
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
Bang Bang Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tbsp sriracha sauce, adjust to taste
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Prep Chicken: Cut chicken thighs into uniform 1-inch pieces and thread onto soaked wooden skewers. Pat dry with paper towels to ensure the coating sticks properly.
- Make Coating: Whisk together flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until completely combined and lump-free.
- Create Dredge: Beat eggs and buttermilk together in a shallow dish. This mixture will help the coating stick and create extra crispy texture when cooked.
- Coat Skewers: Dip each skewer first in egg mixture, then roll in flour mixture, pressing gently to ensure coating adheres completely to all chicken pieces.
- Make Sauce: Whisk mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, rice vinegar, garlic powder, and salt until smooth. Taste and adjust spice level as desired.
- Cook Skewers: Heat oil to 350°F and fry skewers for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F for food safety.
- Serve Hot: Drain on paper towels briefly, then serve immediately with bang bang sauce for dipping. The coating stays crispiest when served right away.
Notes
- Soak wooden skewers for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning during cooking.
- Maintain oil temperature at 350°F for perfectly crispy coating that won’t be greasy.
- Store leftover sauce separately from chicken to keep coating crispy when refrigerated.
- Double the sauce recipe if serving as party appetizers – people always want more.
- Chicken thighs work better than breasts for juicier, more flavorful results.
- Cooked skewers can be kept warm in 200°F oven for up to 30 minutes before serving.
Allergy Information: Eggs, Gluten
Nutrition
- Calories: 385 calories
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 26g