Description
Bright, creamy, and sticky Bang Bang Chicken Thighs are flavor-forward, featuring juicy boneless thighs tossed in a sweet-spicy mayo-based sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
- 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Sweet Chili Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons Green Onions, chopped
Instructions
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season evenly on both sides with kosher salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking.
- Add the thighs (do not crowd) and cook 5–7 minutes on the first side without moving them.
- Flip the chicken and cook another 5–7 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- While the chicken cooks or rests, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey in a bowl until smooth.
- Toss the cooked chicken in the sauce to fully coat, garnish with chopped green onions, and serve warm.
Notes
For a lighter version, use light mayo or a blend with Greek yogurt. Adjust sweetness and heat by modifying the sweet chili sauce and Sriracha.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Asian