Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Recipe - Easy Meal Ideas Perfect for Quick Weeknight Dinners

When it comes to weeknight dinners, let’s be real—finding a dish that everyone agrees on can feel like winning the lottery. Some meals barely make it to the table before they’re vetoed by the family’s resident food critics. But when a recipe gets instant “yum” reviews across the board? That’s pure gold.

That jackpot moment for me was Bang Bang Chicken. I started simple—homemade chicken nuggets (because who ever says no to nuggets?). Then I cranked them up a notch with a seasoned panko crust and shallow-frying magic for max crunch. Toss those golden bites in a creamy sweet-and-spicy sauce, and boom—you’ve got one of the best Crispy Chicken Meal Ideas you’ll ever serve. FYI: make extra sauce. You’ll want to drizzle it on everything.

So why should this dish make your weekly lineup of Nice Chicken Dinners? First, that sauce. A quick mix of mayo, Sriracha, and sweet chili sauce transforms into something so addictive, you’ll swear it came from a pro kitchen. Second, the crunch. You don’t need to deep-fry to nail that irresistible crisp. Panko + pan-frying = guaranteed winner.

Now, here’s a fun fact: the OG Bang Bang Chicken traces back over 100 years to Sichuan, China. Traditional Chinese Recipes With Chicken like this one use peppercorns, chile oil, black vinegar, and a whole lot of flavor pounding (literally). What we’re making here? More of a Bonefish Grill Bang Bang Shrimp® remix—but with chicken tenders. IMO, it’s one of the tastiest twists on Chic Fil A Recipes and a must-try if you’re wondering what to cook with chicken tenders tonight.

Bottom line: whether you’re planning Game Night Recipes Parties or just need quick recipes with crispy chicken, this one checks every box. Crispy, saucy, a little spicy—and totally family-approved.

Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Recipe - Easy Meal Ideas Perfect for Quick Weeknight Dinners

Servings: 4–6 | Prep Time: 25 minutes | Cook Time: 20 minutes
Author: Aleda | Category: Dinner

Crispy, golden chicken bites tossed in a creamy sweet-spicy sauce—this Bang Bang Chicken is quick, addictive, and perfect for busy weeknights!

Ingredients

• ½ cup mayonnaise
• ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
• 5 teaspoons Sriracha hot sauce, divided
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 ½ cups panko breadcrumbs
• 1 ¾ teaspoons kosher salt, divided
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 ¾ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 cup neutral oil (vegetable or canola)
• Thinly sliced scallions, optional for garnish

Directions

1. Make the sauce. In a large bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and 4 teaspoons of the Sriracha. Scoop out half into a small dish and set aside for dipping later.
2. Set up dredging station. In one shallow dish, whisk the remaining 1 teaspoon Sriracha with the eggs and flour until smooth. In another shallow dish, mix the panko, 1 teaspoon salt, and the garlic powder.
3. Season and coat chicken. Sprinkle the chicken pieces with the remaining ¾ teaspoon salt. Working in batches, dip the chicken into the egg mixture, coating fully. Then press into the panko mixture until well covered. Arrange on a baking sheet in one layer.
4. Fry until golden. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat until 350°F. Fry about 8 pieces at a time, 3–5 minutes, turning once, until crisp and browned. Drain on paper towels or a wire rack.
5. Sauce and serve. Toss the fried chicken with the sauce in the large bowl until coated. Garnish with scallions if desired. Serve hot with extra sauce for dipping or drizzling.

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