Description
A quick and easy one-skillet dinner featuring bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs seared to shattering crispiness and tossed in a creamy, spicy, and sweet Bang Bang sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons neutral oil (avocado or vegetable)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1–2 tablespoons sriracha (adjust to spice preference)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 green onions, sliced thinly
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Pat chicken thighs completely dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- Sprinkle a thin layer of cornstarch over the skin side of the chicken and press it in gently. Shake off excess.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, lime juice, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Heat oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet (preferably cast iron) over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Place chicken thighs skin-side down in the skillet. Do not move them for 6-8 minutes to allow the skin to sear and crisp up.
- Flip the chicken and cook for another 4-5 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Reduce heat to medium-low. Pour the Bang Bang sauce over the chicken.
- Toss the thighs in the pan to coat evenly and simmer for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and glazes the chicken.
- Transfer to a plate, spoon extra sauce over the top, and garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
- Serve immediately while the skin is still crisp.
Notes
Ensure chicken is completely dry before seasoning to guarantee crispy skin. Manage heat carefully as cast iron retains heat; lower burner if browning too fast. Toast sesame seeds in a dry pan for better flavor. Leftovers can be stored for up to 3 days and reheated in a skillet or air fryer to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh per
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 14
- Sodium: 650
- Fat: 32
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 28
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