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Skillet Bang Bang Chicken Thighs

Skillet Bang Bang Chicken Thighs: Crispy, Creamy Delight

A delightful blend of crispy chicken and a creamy Bang Bang sauce, perfect for a quick dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Chicken Thighs Use boneless for faster cooking
  • 0.5 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with almond flour for gluten-free
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust based on spice tolerance
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
For Frying
  • 0.5 cup Vegetable Oil Can substitute with canola or avocado oil
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • 0.5 cup Mayonnaise Try Greek yogurt for a lighter twist
  • 0.25 cup Sweet Chili Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust according to preference
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar
  • 1 clove Minced Garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Grated Ginger

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to ensure a crispy finish.
  2. In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger until smooth.
  4. Coat each chicken thigh in the seasoned flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  6. Add the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side down, and sear for 6-7 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Flip the chicken thighs, reduce heat to medium, and cook for another 20-25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  8. Brush half of the Bang Bang sauce over the hot chicken thighs and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Patting the chicken dry is vital for achieving that coveted crispy skin. Don't overcrowd the skillet when cooking.

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