Description
This Bang Bang Chicken recipe offers tender chicken breasts tossed in a creamy, spicy, and naturally flavored sauce made with plant-based mayo, natural sriracha, honey, apple cider vinegar, and natural gelling agent. It is quick to prepare in under 30 minutes, versatile for any meal, perfect for family dinners, and easily adaptable for plant-based diets.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 boneless chicken breasts, tender and lean
Bang Bang Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayo (plant-based)
- 2–3 tablespoons sriracha sauce (natural)
- 1 tablespoon honey (natural)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Garnishes and Add-ons
- 2 scallions or green onions, chopped
- Optional: toasted sesame seeds or crushed peanuts for texture
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Cook boneless chicken breasts by baking, grilling, or pan-searing until juicy and fully cooked through. Let the chicken cool slightly, then slice it thinly to allow the sauce to soak in beautifully.
- Whisk the Bang Bang Sauce: In a bowl, combine plant-based mayo, natural sriracha sauce, honey (natural), apple cider vinegar, garlic powder (natural), and natural gelling agent. Whisk until the sauce is smooth and creamy, delivering a balanced heat, tang, and richness.
- Toss Chicken with Sauce: Place the sliced chicken in a mixing bowl and pour the sauce over it. Toss thoroughly to coat every piece evenly, ensuring a creamy and spicy finish with each bite.
- Garnish and Serve: Transfer the coated chicken to a serving plate. Sprinkle chopped scallions or green onions on top and optionally add toasted sesame seeds or crushed peanuts for extra flavor and crunch. Serve immediately for the best taste experience.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients to help the sauce emulsify smoothly.
- Marinate the chicken in the sauce for 10-15 minutes to deepen flavor absorption.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha gradually to find your preferred spice level.
- Avoid overcooking the chicken to keep it tender and juicy.
- Serve fresh for optimal enjoyment; the sauce can be stored refrigerated briefly but stir before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Bang Bang Chicken, creamy spicy chicken, plant-based mayo chicken, quick chicken recipe, gluten free appetizers
