Skillet Bang Bang Chicken Thighs Recipe
This Skillet Bang Bang Chicken Thighs recipe features juicy, boneless skinless chicken thighs seasoned with a simple blend of spices, cooked to perfection in a hot skillet, then coated in a creamy, spicy bang bang sauce. Garnished with fresh green onions, this dish is quick to prepare and perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Bang Bang Sauce
- 1 recipe bang bang sauce, or 1 cup storebought
Garnish
- Green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare seasoning mixture: In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and ½ teaspoon paprika, mixing well to create an even spice blend.
- Season chicken: Apply the seasoning mixture evenly onto all six boneless skinless chicken thighs to ensure they are well coated with flavor.
- Heat oil and cook chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, place the chicken thighs into the skillet. Depending on skillet size, you may need to cook the chicken in batches. Cook the chicken for 5 minutes without moving it to get a good sear.
- Flip and continue cooking: Flip the chicken thighs over, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F, ensuring fully cooked, juicy chicken. Cooking times may vary depending on thigh size.
- Remove chicken from skillet: Transfer the cooked chicken thighs to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm while you prepare the sauce.
- Add bang bang sauce to skillet: Pour 1 cup of bang bang sauce into the same skillet. Stir well, scraping up all the browned bits from the bottom of the pan, and let it simmer for 1-2 minutes until heated through and slightly thickened.
- Coat chicken with sauce: Return the chicken thighs back into the skillet, tossing or spooning the sauce over each piece to coat thoroughly and absorb the flavors.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped green onions over the sauced chicken and serve immediately for a vibrant finishing touch.
Notes
- You can use storebought bang bang sauce or make your own for a more personalized flavor.
- Cooking times may vary depending on the size and thickness of chicken thighs; always check for an internal temperature of 165°F for safety.
- Use a nonstick skillet to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice or a crisp green salad.
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