Name: Bang Bang Chicken
Yield: 4

This Bang Bang Chicken Recipe makes dinner exciting! evenly seasoned chicken and a 4-ingredient sauce that’s next-level satisfying.

Bang Bang Chicken Recipe

“Bang Bang” sauce became a hit after Bonefish Grill’s Bang Bang Shrimp made it famous. That sweet, creamy, spicy combo was so good, I had to make my own straightforward chicken version—and it’s a total winner!

I’ve been loving quick air fryer meals, so I simplified the spice blend from my chicken fajita bowls to make this recipe even easier. The sauce? Just 4 ingredients and done in minutes.

For the ultimate combo, I serve the chicken over coconut rice with a quick cucumber avocado salad. It’s quick to toss together while the chicken cooks and is the reliable finishing touch!

Chicken is prepped, seasoned, and air-fried in the air fryer.

Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make this Bang Bang Chicken Recipe:

Chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts (2 small, about 1 pound). Slice horizontally into thin pieces for even cooking and crisp, flavorful edges.
Spices: Paprika adds flavor and color, while garlic and onion powder bring a nice savoriness.
Cornstarch: Helps the spices stick and adds a slight crispiness.
Olive oil: Keeps the chicken juicy and ensures it cooks evenly.

Bang Bang Sauce

Mayo: Makes the sauce creamy. Choose a good-quality brand.
Sweet chili sauce: Adds sweetness and mild heat. Add Sriracha for extra spice.
Garlic powder: For a touch of garlic flavor.
Soy sauce: Brings salty, savory flavor. Don’t skip it!

Serve Bang Bang Chicken Recipe With

Here’s what to serve with Bang Bang Chicken:

Coconut Rice: Sweet and creamy, it’s so reliable with the chicken and sauce.
Asian Cucumber Salad or Asian Slaw: Fresh and crunchy for a nice balance.
Steamed Veggies: Broccoli, snap peas, or carrots work great.
Quinoa: Soaks up the sauce and adds a nutty flavor.
Flatbread: reliable for scooping up extra sauce.
Lime Wedges: A little squeeze makes everything pop.

Featured Comment

“This was a major hit in our house tonight (even with my picky toddler!). The power even went out mid-cooking so I pivoted to the blackstone and it still came out great. This will be a new permanent addition to our meal rotation.”
– Jenni

Coconut rice is cooked together in a single pot.

Recipe Tips

Here are some quick tips for the best Bang Bang Chicken Recipe:

Don’t overcrowd: Leave space in the air fryer for even cooking and to help the chicken get a nice crisp.
Check temp: Cook to 160°F; it’ll rise to 165°F as it rests.
Let it rest: Rest chicken for 5 minutes to lock in juices and make cutting easier.
Serve fresh: Enjoy it hot for the best texture and flavor!

Bang Bang Chicken served on a bed of rice, topped with Bang Bang sauce and a sprinkle of lime zest.

Storage

Cooked chicken: This Bang Bang Chicken Recipe is best fresh, but store in the fridge up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer.
Uncooked chicken: Keep coated chicken in the fridge and air fry within 24 hours.
Sauce: Store in the fridge up to 5 days and stir before using.