Skillet Bang Bang Chicken Thighs Recipe
Skillet Bang Bang Chicken Thighs are crispy, juicy, and bursting with bold flavors. This recipe features tender chicken thighs pan-seared and coated in a tangy, spicy Bang Bang sauce made with mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha. It's an easy weeknight dinner that's sure to impress, offering a restaurant-quality dish at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
For Bang Bang Sauce:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp lime juice
Instructions
- Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then dredge them in cornstarch, shaking off excess.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken thighs for 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice to make the Bang Bang sauce.
- Once chicken is done, remove from heat and drizzle or toss with the sauce.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped green onions or cilantro if desired.
Notes
- Adjust the heat of the sauce by adding more or less sriracha.
- Serve with rice or over a salad for a complete meal.
- Can substitute chicken breasts for thighs if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg