Description
Sichuan’s famous bang bang chicken delivers a spicy, tangy symphony of flavors that dance across your palate. Crispy shredded chicken mingles with a bold, numbing sauce, inviting you to savor each zesty bite of this irresistible Chinese classic.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 2 lbs chicken breast
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds
Other Main Ingredients:
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup green onions
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sriracha sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp chili oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp ginger powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for optimal chicken preparation.
- Pat chicken breasts completely dry with paper towels to ensure proper seasoning adherence and crispy exterior.
- Season chicken thoroughly with garlic powder, ginger powder, salt, and black pepper, massaging the spices into the meat.
- Generously coat chicken with sesame seeds, pressing them firmly to create a crunchy, flavorful crust.
- Arrange seasoned chicken on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring pieces are not touching for even roasting.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F and chicken is golden brown.
- While chicken roasts, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and chili oil to create a vibrant, tangy sauce.
- Remove chicken from oven and let rest for 5 minutes to lock in moisture and juices.
- Slice chicken into diagonal strips and drizzle generously with the prepared bang bang sauce.
- Garnish with finely chopped green onions for a fresh, sharp contrast to the rich, spicy flavors.
- Serve immediately while chicken remains warm and sauce is at room temperature for maximum taste experience.
Notes
- Toast sesame seeds beforehand to enhance their nutty flavor and prevent burning during baking.
- Choose chicken breasts of uniform thickness to ensure even cooking and prevent dry or undercooked sections.
- Create a dairy-free version by substituting mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or vegan mayo for allergies or dietary restrictions.
- Allow chicken to rest at room temperature for 15 minutes before seasoning to promote more consistent cooking and better spice absorption.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg