Description
A flavorful dish of tender chicken thighs coated in a spicy-sweet Bang Bang sauce, evoking memories of family and warmth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a healthier option)
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust for spice tolerance)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons oil for cooking
- Green onions, for garnish
- Fresh herbs (cilantro or parsley), for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
- Make the sauce: Whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, garlic, and ginger in a bowl.
- Heat the skillet: Add oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the chicken: Sear the chicken thighs for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add the sauce: Pour the Bang Bang sauce over the chicken and let it simmer for 3-5 minutes.
- Garnish and serve: Top with green onions and fresh herbs, serve alongside rice or noodles.
Notes
Let the chicken rest for a couple of minutes after cooking for maximum juiciness. Adjust spice levels to your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Asian American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: skillet chicken, bang bang chicken, easy chicken recipe, family dinner, savory dish