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Bang Bang Chicken Pasta Recipe

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Bang Bang Chicken Pasta is a delightful fusion dish featuring crispy fried chicken tossed in a creamy, spicy bang bang sauce combined with perfectly cooked pasta. The crispy chicken pieces are coated in a seasoned flour and cornstarch mixture, fried to golden perfection, and then mixed with a flavorful sauce made from mayonnaise, sweet chili, sriracha, honey, and rice vinegar. Combined with garlic butter pasta and garnished with green onions, sesame seeds, and fresh cilantro, this dish offers a perfect balance of heat, creaminess, and texture.

Ingredients

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Chicken Coating

  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Vegetable oil for frying (enough to fill 1/2 inch in the skillet)

Bang Bang Sauce

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar

Pasta and Garnish

  • 12 oz pasta (penne, rigatoni, or fettuccine)
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook Pasta: Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Before draining, reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water. Set cooked pasta aside.
  2. Prepare Chicken Coating: In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss the chicken pieces in this mixture thoroughly to coat each piece.
  3. Fry Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat to 350°F. To test readiness, drop a small pinch of the coating mixture in the oil; it should sizzle immediately. Fry chicken in batches for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer fried chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  4. Make Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and rice vinegar until smooth and combined.
  5. Sauté Garlic: Wipe the skillet clean. Melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  6. Toss Pasta with Sauce: Add the cooked pasta and bang bang sauce into the skillet with garlic butter. Toss well, gradually adding reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time until the sauce reaches the desired consistency.
  7. Combine Chicken and Serve: Gently fold in the crispy fried chicken pieces to maintain their crispiness. Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and fresh cilantro. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of sriracha to control the heat level to your preference.
  • Do not skip the cornstarch in the coating to ensure extra crispy chicken.
  • Reserve pasta water before draining to help the sauce adhere better to the pasta.
  • Add the chicken at the end to maintain its crispiness and prevent sogginess.
  • Fry chicken in batches to keep the oil temperature steady for even cooking.

Keywords: Bang Bang Chicken, Crispy Chicken, Spicy Chicken Pasta, Fried Chicken Pasta, Creamy Chili Sauce, Easy Dinner Recipe

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