Description
Sizzling bang bang chicken delivers a spicy, creamy sensation that dances across palates with zesty Thai-inspired flair. Crispy chicken coated in chili-mayo sauce promises a flavor explosion you’ll savor with pure culinary delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 lbs chicken breast
- 0.5 cup shredded chicken
Sauce Ingredients:
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp chili sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp sriracha
Garnish and Additional Components:
- 0.5 cup sliced green onions
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds
- 0.25 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for even chicken cooking.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then roast for 25-30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F, ensuring juicy and fully cooked meat.
- Remove chicken from oven and let rest for 10 minutes to retain moisture, then shred using two forks into tender, bite-sized pieces.
- Whisk together mayonnaise, chili sauce, sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and sriracha in a mixing bowl to create a vibrant, tangy sauce with balanced heat.
- Combine shredded chicken with half of the prepared sauce, mixing thoroughly to coat each piece evenly and infuse flavors.
- Arrange thinly sliced cucumber on a serving platter as a fresh, crisp base for the chicken.
- Layer the sauced chicken over cucumber slices, creating an appealing presentation.
- Drizzle remaining sauce generously over the chicken for extra flavor intensity.
- Sprinkle sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and chopped cilantro across the dish for added texture and aromatic garnish.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side, allowing diners to squeeze fresh citrus over the dish for a bright, zesty finish.
Notes
- Verify chicken’s doneness by using a meat thermometer to guarantee safe internal temperature without overcooking.
- Create a low-carb version by replacing cucumber with crisp lettuce wraps for a lighter, keto-friendly alternative.
- Balance sauce heat levels by adjusting sriracha quantity, allowing personalized spice preferences for different palates.
- Make ahead by storing shredded chicken and sauce separately in refrigerator, keeping ingredients fresh and crisp until serving time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg