Description
Sizzling bang bang chicken promises a flavor explosion that dances across your palate with zesty Asian-inspired charm. Crispy, spicy, and irresistibly creamy sauce makes this dish a perfect centerpiece for your culinary adventure.
Ingredients
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Main Proteins:
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 3 tbsp chili sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp ginger powder
Garnish and Additional Ingredients:
- 2 green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 lime (for juice)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for even cooking and easy cleanup.
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels to ensure a crisp exterior and better seasoning absorption.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds evenly over both sides of the chicken, pressing gently to help them adhere to the meat.
- Roast chicken in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F, ensuring thorough cooking.
- While chicken bakes, whisk together chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, garlic powder, and ginger powder in a mixing bowl to create a vibrant, complex sauce.
- Remove chicken from oven and let rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute, maintaining moisture.
- Slice chicken against the grain into thin, uniform strips for optimal tenderness and presentation.
- Drizzle prepared sauce generously over sliced chicken, coating each piece thoroughly.
- Garnish with finely chopped green onions and fresh cilantro for added brightness and aromatic depth.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the dish to enhance flavors and provide a zesty finish.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top for a nutty crunch and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the chicken at its peak temperature and flavor.
Notes
- Pat chicken completely dry to guarantee a beautiful golden-brown crust and help seasonings stick perfectly.
- Toast sesame seeds beforehand for an intensified nutty flavor that elevates the entire dish’s complexity.
- Slice chicken against the grain to maximize tenderness, preventing tough or chewy meat texture.
- Customize sauce heat levels by adjusting chili sauce quantity, making it suitable for different spice tolerances.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg