Savory Skillet Bang Bang Chicken Thighs Ready in 22 Minutes

Delicious Skillet Bang Bang Chicken Thighs feature a creamy, spicy bang bang sauce that will delight your taste buds.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 12

Total Time 22

Servings: 4 thighs

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

6 pieces boneless skinless chicken thighs Tender cut that cooks quickly
1 teaspoon kosher salt Enhances natural taste
½ teaspoon black pepper Adds mild heat
½ teaspoon paprika Lends a smoky depth

For Cooking

2 tablespoons vegetable oil For a crispy exterior

For the Sauce

1 cup bang bang sauce Use homemade or store-bought

For Garnish

2 tablespoons green onions Adds color and onion flavor

Equipment

large nonstick skillet

Method

Cooking Instructions

In a small bowl, combine kosher salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Apply the seasoning mixture evenly over the chicken thighs.
Heat the skillet and add vegetable oil.
Sear the chicken thighs for 5 minutes on one side.
Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Remove the chicken and cover with foil to keep warm.
Pour the bang bang sauce into the hot skillet and simmer.
Coat the chicken thighs with bang bang sauce.
Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Serve with steamed rice to soak up the extra sauce.

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