Spicy Low Carb Bang Bang Chicken for Quick Weeknight Bliss

A quick and delicious low carb bang bang chicken recipe that brings restaurant flavors home, perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces

For the Sauce

1/2 cup mayonnaise Greek yogurt is a lighter substitute
1/4 cup chili sauce adjust based on heat preference
2 tablespoons lime juice can use fresh lemon juice as an alternative
2 cloves garlic minced
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika smoked paprika for intense flavor
to taste salt adjust to taste
to taste pepper adjust to taste

For the Garnish

2 tablespoons fresh green onions chopped
to taste sliced jalapeños optional for garnish

Equipment

Skillet
mixing bowl
knife
cutting board

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Cut boneless, skinless chicken breasts into evenly sized bite-sized pieces. Preheat your skillet over medium heat and set aside a mixing bowl.
In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, chili sauce, lime juice, minced garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.
Heat oil in the skillet. Add chicken in a single layer, season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
Reduce heat, pour sauce over chicken, and gently stir to coat. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Remove from heat, garnish with green onions and jalapeños. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure chicken pieces are uniform in size for even cooking. Taste sauce before using and adjust seasoning as needed.

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