Bang Bang Chicken Delight

Description

Intriguing and bursting with flavor, the Bang Bang Chicken Delight is a spectacular dish that promises to please your palate with its combination of spicy and sweet notes. This recipe transforms ordinary chicken thighs into a succulent meal by glazing them with a homemade bang bang sauce and serving with a colorful array of fresh vegetables and steamed rice. It’s a perfect dish for anyone looking to bring some excitement to their dinner table.

Ingredients

• Bang Bang Sauce:
  • 1 cup (250 g) whole-egg mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup (60 g) sweet chilli sauce
  • 1 tbsp sriracha or hot chilli sauce (optional)
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
• Chicken:
  • 600 g (1 lb 5 oz) boneless chicken thighs, skin on or off
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ¼ tsp split black pepper
  • 1 tbsp tamari or regular soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ¼ cup (60 g) bang bang sauce (from above)
  • 1 spring onion (scallion), sliced
• To serve:
  • Steamed rice
  • 1 cup (75 g) shredded red cabbage
  • 2 carrots, grated or julienned
  • 1 cucumber, sliced
  • 1 spring onion (scallion), finely sliced

Step-by-step Directions

1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Tray

Begin by preheating your oven to 220°C (425°F). Line a baking tray with baking paper to prevent sticking.

2. Prepare Bang Bang Sauce

Combine mayonnaise, sweet chilli sauce, sriracha (if using), honey, and lime juice in a small bowl. Mix well and reserve a quarter of this mixture for later use.

3. Prepare Chicken

Lay the chicken thighs on a cutting board and cover with baking paper. Pound to an even thickness using a mallet or rolling pin, then cut each piece vertically into halves.

4. Marinate Chicken

In a large bowl, mix paprika, onion powder, black pepper, tamari, brown sugar, and olive oil. Add chicken pieces and use tongs to ensure they are well coated. Arrange the chicken on the prepared baking tray without any overlap.

5. Apply Sauce and Bake

Generously brush the top of each chicken piece with the reserved bang bang sauce. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is golden and fully cooked.

6. Serve

Arrange the cooked chicken on a platter with steamed rice, red cabbage, carrots, and cucumber. Drizzle with the remaining bang bang sauce and garnish with sliced spring onions.

Servings & Preparation Time

This recipe serves 4 people. Preparation time is approximately 15 minutes, with a cooking time of 30 minutes, totaling 45 minutes from start to finish.

Tips for Storage & Reheating

• Store leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
• Reheat in a microwave or oven until thoroughly warm. The sauce may separate slightly when cold, so stir well if needed.
• Freeze individual portions for quick future meals. Use within a month for best quality.

Conclusion

The Bang Bang Chicken Delight is more than just a meal; it’s a vibrant culinary experience. Its delightful mix of textures and flavors makes it a beloved choice for family dinners or special gatherings. Whether it’s the tender, savory chicken or the fresh, crisp vegetables, each bite is a testament to the playful and delicious harmony of this dish.

Bang Bang Chicken Delight

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• Author: Dulcia
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x

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Description

Intriguing and bursting with flavor, the Bang Bang Chicken Delight is a spectacular dish that promises to please your palate with its combination of spicy and sweet notes. This recipe transforms ordinary chicken thighs into a succulent meal by glazing them with a homemade bang bang sauce and serving with a colorful array of fresh vegetables and steamed rice. It’s a perfect dish for anyone looking to bring some excitement to their dinner table.

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Ingredients

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• 1 cup (250 g) whole-egg mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup (60 g) sweet chilli sauce
• 1 tbsp sriracha or hot chilli sauce (optional)
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 600 g (1 lb 5 oz) boneless chicken thighs, skin on or off
• 1 tsp sweet paprika
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1/4 tsp split black pepper
• 1 tbsp tamari or regular soy sauce
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 spring onion (scallion), sliced
• Steamed rice
• 1 cup (75 g) shredded red cabbage
• 2 carrots, grated or julienned
• 1 cucumber, sliced
• 1 spring onion (scallion), finely sliced

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Instructions

1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Tray Begin by preheating your oven to 220°C (425°F). Line a baking tray with baking paper to prevent sticking.
2. Prepare Bang Bang Sauce Combine mayonnaise, sweet chilli sauce, sriracha (if using), honey, and lime juice in a small bowl. Mix well and reserve a quarter of this mixture for later use.
3. Prepare Chicken Lay the chicken thighs on a cutting board and cover with baking paper. Pound to an even thickness using a mallet or rolling pin, then cut each piece vertically into halves.
4. Marinate Chicken In a large bowl, mix paprika, onion powder, black pepper, tamari, brown sugar, and olive oil. Add chicken pieces and use tongs to ensure they are well coated. Arrange the chicken on the prepared baking tray without any overlap.
5. Apply Sauce and Bake Generously brush the top of each chicken piece with the reserved bang bang sauce. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is golden and fully cooked.
6. Serve Arrange the cooked chicken on a platter with steamed rice, red cabbage, carrots, and cucumber. Drizzle with the remaining bang bang sauce and garnish with sliced spring onions.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes