These addictive Bang Bang Chicken Bites are golden, ultra-crispy, and tossed in the most irresistible creamy, sweet-and-spicy sauce! Perfect as an appetizer, game-day snack, party finger food, or quick weeknight dinner over rice. Ready in just 25 minutes and always a crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 (as appetizer) or 2–3 (as main)
Calories: 310 kcal per serving

Ingredients

For the Crispy Chicken Bites

• 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1–1.5 lbs total)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional, but recommended)
• 1 cup cornstarch (or potato starch for extra crunch)
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• Neutral oil for frying (vegetable, canola, or peanut oil)

For the Famous Bang Bang Sauce

• ½ cup mayonnaise (full-fat tastes best)
• ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey (adjust to taste)
• 1–3 teaspoons hot sauce or sriracha (start with 1 tsp for mild, 3 for spicy)
• 1 teaspoon rice vinegar (or lime juice)
• Optional: 1 teaspoon soy sauce for extra umami

Optional Garnishes

• Sliced green onions
• Sesame seeds
• Chopped cilantro
• Extra drizzle of sriracha

Instructions

1. Prep the chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch bite-sized pieces. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
2. Set up your breading station: Place cornstarch in one shallow bowl and beaten eggs in another.
3. Coat the chicken: Working in batches, toss chicken pieces in cornstarch, shake off excess, then dip into the beaten eggs, letting excess drip off. For extra-crispy results, double-dip: back into cornstarch, then eggs again.
4. Fry to golden perfection: Heat about 2 inches of oil in a deep skillet or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C). Fry the chicken bites in small batches for 3–4 minutes, turning occasionally, until deep golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 165°F). Drain on a wire rack or paper towels.
5. Make the Bang Bang sauce: While the chicken fries (or ahead of time), whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, honey, hot sauce, and rice vinegar in a large bowl until smooth. Taste and adjust — want it sweeter? Add more honey. Spicier? More hot sauce!
6. Toss and serve: Add the hot crispy chicken bites straight into the sauce and gently toss until every piece is beautifully coated. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. → Serve immediately while they’re hot and ultra-crispy!

Pro Tips for the Crispiest Bang Bang Chicken

• Use cornstarch, not flour — it creates that signature light, shatteringly crisp coating.
• Don’t overcrowd the pan — fry in batches to maintain oil temperature.
• Air fryer option: Spray coated bites with oil and air fry at 400°F for 10–12 minutes, shaking halfway.
• Baked version: Bake at 425°F for 18–22 minutes, flipping once, then broil 2 minutes for color.

Serving Ideas

• Over jasmine rice or cauliflower rice for a full meal
• In lettuce wraps with shredded carrots
• As sliders on Hawaiian rolls
• With ranch or blue cheese for dipping (double-dip heaven!)

Nutrition (per serving, based on 4 servings)

• Calories: 310 kcal
• Protein: 28 g
• Fat: 18 g
• Carbohydrates: 22 g
• Sugar: 9 g

These Bang Bang Chicken Bites disappear in minutes every single time — consider doubling the recipe! Your family will beg you to make them weekly.

Pin this recipe now and never order takeout again!

Love crispy chicken? Try my Honey Garlic Chicken Bites or Nashville Hot Chicken Tenders next!

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