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Skillet Bang Bang Chicken Thighs served with a spicy creamy sauce
Serine Milo

Skillet Bang Bang Chicken Thighs

A comforting and flavorful dish featuring juicy chicken thighs with a creamy bang bang sauce, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs Substitute with chicken breasts if preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Or any cooking oil of your choice.
  • Salt and black pepper to taste Salt and black pepper For seasoning the chicken thighs.
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise Can be substituted with coconut yogurt for a dairy-free version.
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha Add more for extra heat.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
Garnishes
  • to taste Fresh chopped cilantro For garnish.
  • Optional lime wedges For serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the chicken thighs on both sides with salt and black pepper.
  2. Heat a heavy skillet over medium-high heat and pour in the olive oil.
Cooking the Chicken
  1. Carefully add the chicken thighs to the skillet, ensuring not to crowd the pan.
  2. Cook undisturbed for about 6-7 minutes until they develop a golden sear.
  3. Flip the thighs over and lower the heat to medium, cooking for another 5 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  4. Remove the chicken from the pan and let it rest for a few minutes.
Making the Sauce
  1. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, garlic powder, and onion powder, and stir until smooth.
Finishing Touches
  1. Return the chicken to the skillet and drizzle the sauce over each thigh.
  2. Cook for an additional minute to warm the sauce.
  3. Garnish with cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 45gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g

Notes

Consider serving with jasmine rice, a green salad, or steamed veggies. For meal prep, these chicken thighs can be wrapped in tortillas with veggies for lunch.

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