Creamy Spicy Bang Bang Chicken – Better Than Takeout
Creamy Spicy Bang Bang Chicken – The ultimate better-than-takeout recipe that’s easy, creamy, and packed with flavor. After making this many times, I’ve perfected the sauce to get it just right. The creamy, spicy sauce coats every bite, making it irresistible. Jump to Recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Smash Chicken Tacos and Dill Pickle Ranch Chicken Tacos.
Why This Creamy Spicy Bang Bang Chicken – Better Than Takeout Is Pure Comfort
- Creamy, spicy sauce that coats every bite
- Better than takeout taste at home
- Easy and quick to make
- Customizable spiciness to suit your preference
What You'll Need for Creamy Spicy Bang Bang Chicken – Better Than Takeout
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Chicken breasts
- Mayonnaise
- Buttermilk
- Sriracha
- Honey
- Garlic
- Salt
- Pepper
- Cornstarch
- Vegetable oil
- Sriracha
- Honey
- Garlic
- Salt
- Pepper
- Optional: Green onions
- Optional: Sesame seeds
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Buttermilk: You can substitute with 1/2 cup milk and 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Food processor — Ensures smooth and creamy sauce → See on Amazon
- Instant-read thermometer — Prevents overcooked chicken → See on Amazon
How to Make Creamy Spicy Bang Bang Chicken – Better Than Takeout
- Prepare the chicken: Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper. Dredge in cornstarch.
- Cook the chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden and crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Make the sauce: In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, buttermilk, Sriracha, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Toss the chicken: Add cooked chicken to the sauce and toss to coat. If needed, add more Sriracha for spiciness.
- Serve: Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Creamy Spicy Bang Bang Chicken – Better Than Takeout
- Common mistake and fix: The #1 reason this recipe fails is using too much cornstarch, making the sauce too thick. To prevent this, use just enough cornstarch to lightly coat the chicken.
- Pro tip: For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.
- Pro tip: To make this recipe spicier, add more Sriracha or use a spicier variety.
Storing & Reheating Creamy Spicy Bang Bang Chicken – Better Than Takeout
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days Make-ahead tip: Prepare the sauce and cut the chicken ahead of time
Freezing Creamy Spicy Bang Bang Chicken – Better Than Takeout
Not recommended
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes Microwave: 1-2 minutes
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a healthier version, use less mayonnaise and more buttermilk.
- Best substitution: Substitute chicken breasts with thighs for more flavor.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the sauce and cut the chicken ahead of time. Cook the chicken just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled.
- Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thick, add a little more buttermilk to thin it out.
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Creamy Spicy Bang Bang Chicken – Better Than Takeout
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Chicken breasts
- Mayonnaise
- Buttermilk
- Sriracha
- Honey
- Garlic
- Salt
- Pepper
- Cornstarch
- Vegetable oil
Seasonings
- Sriracha
- Honey
- Garlic
- Salt
- Pepper
Optional Toppings
- Green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper. Dredge in cornstarch.
- Cook the chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden and crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Make the sauce: In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, buttermilk, Sriracha, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Toss the chicken: Add cooked chicken to the sauce and toss to coat. If needed, add more Sriracha for spiciness.
- Serve: Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a healthier version, use less mayonnaise and more buttermilk.
- Best substitution: Substitute chicken breasts with thighs for more flavor.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the sauce and cut the chicken ahead of time. Cook the chicken just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled.
- Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thick, add a little more buttermilk to thin it out.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days
- Freezer: Not recommended
- Oven reheat: 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes
- Microwave reheat: 1-2 minutes
- Make ahead: Prepare the sauce and cut the chicken ahead of time
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 32g
- Fat: 28g
- Carbs: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Cholesterol: 105mg
- Sat. Fat: 4.5g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Creamy Spicy Bang Bang Chicken – Better Than Takeout FAQs
Yes, you can prepare the sauce and cut the chicken ahead of time. Cook the chicken just before serving.
Using too much cornstarch can make the sauce too thick. To prevent this, use just enough cornstarch to lightly coat the chicken.
Yes, you can add more Sriracha or use a spicier variety to make this recipe spicier.
Yes, you can substitute chicken breasts with thighs for more flavor.
Yes, this recipe is gluten-free as long as you use gluten-free cornstarch.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Creamy Spicy Bang Bang Chicken – Better Than Takeout and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
