Skillet Bang Bang Chicken Thighs Recipe
Skillet Bang Bang Chicken Thighs offer a perfect balance of spicy, creamy, and savory flavors. Tender chicken thighs, seared to perfection, are paired with a bold bang bang sauce made of mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner that packs a punch in flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
1 tablespoon Sriracha
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
- Sear chicken thighs in the skillet for 5-6 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, honey, rice vinegar, and garlic powder to make the bang bang sauce.
- Drizzle the sauce over the cooked chicken thighs and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, pat the chicken thighs dry before seasoning.
- Adjust the heat by increasing or decreasing the amount of Sriracha.
- Serve with rice or a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 540mg