Description
This healthy bang bang chicken delivers the bold, sweet-and-spicy flavor everyone loves — without deep frying. Baked until golden and tossed in a lighter creamy sauce, it’s the perfect balance of comfort and clean eating.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast or tenders
- ½ cup whole wheat breadcrumbs or panko
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Olive oil spray
- ⅓ cup Greek yogurt or light mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1–2 teaspoons sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar or lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut chicken into strips or bite-sized pieces. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Dip chicken into cornstarch, then egg, then coat with breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder and paprika.
- Place chicken on baking sheet. Lightly spray with olive oil. Bake for 18–22 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and cooked through.
- (Air fryer option: 375°F for 12–15 minutes, shaking halfway.)
- Whisk all sauce ingredients in a bowl until smooth.
- Toss crispy chicken lightly with sauce or serve sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
- Serve with steamed veggies or a fresh slaw for balance
- Use air fryer for extra crispiness with less oil
- Keep sauce on the side to control calories
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg