Description
These Bang Bang Chicken Thighs deliver a flavor explosion with a creamy, spicy, and slightly sweet sauce. This recipe elevates the popular appetizer into a satisfying main course perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.0 kg (2.2 lb) chicken thighs, cut into 3-inch pieces
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) vegetable oil
- 1 tsp (5 g) sea salt
- 0.5 tsp (2.5 g) black pepper
- 120 ml (½ cup) mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) sriracha sauce
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) honey
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) lime juice
- 1 tsp (5 ml) soy sauce
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 0.5 tsp (2.5 g) ginger, grated
- 1 tsp (5 ml) sesame oil (optional)
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) coconut cream
- 1 tbsp (7 g) coconut flakes, toasted
- 1 tsp (3 g) sesame seeds, toasted
- 2 tbsp (8 g) cilantro, chopped
- 4 lime wedges
- 1 small red chili, sliced
- 0.25 tsp (0.5 g) smoked paprika
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Pat chicken dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Sear Chicken: Sear chicken in oil over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.
- Make Sauce: Whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, lime juice, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and coconut cream.
- Combine & Simmer: Return chicken to skillet, pour sauce over, and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Toast Coconut: Stir in toasted coconut flakes during the last minute.
- Plate & Garnish: Arrange chicken, spoon sauce, and garnish with sesame seeds, cilantro, chili, and lime wedges.
Notes
For best results, use full-fat mayonnaise and freshly squeezed lime juice. Adjust sriracha to your spice preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Poultry
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
Keywords: chicken, thighs, bang bang, spicy, asian, dinner, easy, sauce