Description
Skillet Bang Bang Chicken Thighs are a flavor-packed delight that transforms a simple dinner into a culinary celebration. Tender chicken thighs are seared to perfection and drenched in a creamy, spicy sauce that balances heat with sweetness. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for weeknight meals or entertaining guests, delivering bold flavors and eye-catching presentation that will impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 green onions, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
- 2 tbsp Sriracha sauce (adjust for spice preference)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Once shimmering, add chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip chicken, add minced garlic, and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Sriracha, honey, lemon juice, soy sauce, cornstarch mixed with water. Pour this mixture over the chicken in the skillet.
- Cover and simmer on medium-low heat for 10-12 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (130g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg