Skillet Bang Bang Chicken Thighs Recipe
This Skillet Bang Bang Chicken Thighs recipe features tender, juicy boneless skinless chicken thighs cooked to perfection in a flavorful bang bang sauce. The chicken is seasoned, seared in a skillet, then simmered in a tangy, spicy sauce, garnished with fresh green onions for an easy yet impressive dish that’s perfect for dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Sauce and Garnish
- 1 recipe bang bang sauce, or 1 cup storebought bang bang sauce
- Green onions, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: In a small bowl, combine the kosher salt, black pepper, and paprika. Apply this seasoning mixture evenly onto all sides of the 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs to ensure flavorful meat.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken thighs to the skillet. Depending on skillet size, cook in batches if necessary. Sear the chicken for 5 minutes on one side.
- Flip and Finish Cooking: Flip the chicken thighs over, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, ensuring it is thoroughly cooked. Cooking times may vary depending on the size of the chicken thighs.
- Rest the Chicken: Remove the cooked chicken thighs from the skillet and place them on a plate. Tent loosely with foil to keep warm while you prepare the sauce.
- Make the Sauce: Pour 1 cup of bang bang sauce into the same skillet used for cooking the chicken. Stir the sauce, scraping up the flavorful brown bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the sauce simmer for 1-2 minutes until it’s heated through and slightly thickened.
- Coat the Chicken: Return the chicken thighs to the skillet and spoon the bang bang sauce over them, coating each piece thoroughly in the flavorful sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped green onions over the sauced chicken thighs for a fresh, vibrant garnish. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- You can use a storebought bang bang sauce or make your own for a fresher taste.
- Make sure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption.
- If your skillet is small, cook the chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding and ensure even cooking.
- Tenting the chicken keeps it warm and juicy while you finish the sauce.
- Green onions add a nice fresh crunch but can be substituted with chopped cilantro or chives if preferred.
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