Description
This Bang Bang Chicken Thighs recipe offers tender, juicy chicken thighs coated in a creamy, spicy sauce made from natural, plant-based ingredients. It delivers a perfect balance of heat and richness with simple preparation and a quick cook time under 30 minutes. Ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this dish pairs well with rice, salads, or roasted vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 to 6 chicken thighs, bone-in or boneless
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Bang Bang Sauce
- 1/2 cup plant-based mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons natural sriracha
- 1 tablespoon natural honey
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- Pinch of natural gelling agent
Garnish
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together plant-based mayonnaise, natural sriracha, natural honey, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and a pinch of natural gelling agent until smooth and creamy. Adjust heat and sweetness to your liking.
- Season the Chicken: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper to enhance flavor and help achieve a crispy exterior.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down first and cook for 6 to 8 minutes until the skin is golden and crisp. Flip and cook for an additional 6 to 8 minutes until fully cooked through and juicy.
- Toss the Chicken in Sauce: Transfer the cooked chicken thighs to a serving dish. Spoon the prepared Bang Bang sauce over the chicken, coating each piece generously to infuse creamy, spicy flavor.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped green onions and sesame seeds on top of the chicken to add fresh color and a slight crunch. Serve warm immediately.
Notes
- Use skin-on chicken thighs for crispier texture and juicier meat.
- Do not overcrowd the pan to allow proper searing and avoid steaming.
- Prepare the sauce ahead of time to save cooking time.
- Adjust sriracha and honey gradually to find your preferred balance of heat and sweetness.
- Let the chicken rest a few minutes after cooking to maintain juiciness and tenderness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Bang Bang Chicken, spicy chicken thighs, creamy chicken sauce, quick chicken recipe, Asian-inspired chicken, plant-based mayonnaise sauce
