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Bang Bang Chicken & Shrimp

Bang Bang Chicken & Shrimp
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This easy Bang Bang Chicken & Shrimp recipe features tender chicken breast and succulent shrimp coated in a creamy, spicy, and sweet sauce. Ready in about 20 minutes, it is perfect for busy weeknights and customizable for various dietary preferences. Served garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, it pairs well with rice, noodles, or vegetables for a flavorful and protein-packed meal.

Ingredients

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Proteins

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 lb peeled and deveined shrimp, medium to large size

Sauce

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1–2 tablespoons sriracha, adjustable to taste
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Cooking

  • 1–2 tablespoons olive oil or butter

Garnish

  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Proteins: Pat the chicken breasts dry and cut into bite-sized pieces. Do the same with peeled and deveined shrimp to ensure even cooking and easy eating.
  2. Cook Chicken and Shrimp: Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces first and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden and nearly cooked through. Add shrimp and cook for another 2-3 minutes until shrimp turn pink and opaque. Remove both from the pan and set aside.
  3. Make the Bang Bang Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, garlic powder, and fresh lime juice. Taste and adjust the spice or sweetness as desired.
  4. Combine Everything: Return the chicken and shrimp to the skillet over low heat, pour the sauce over, and stir gently until well coated and warmed through.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with sliced green onions and sesame seeds for a fresh crunch and nutty flavor.

Notes

  • Use room-temperature mayo for a smoother, creamier sauce.
  • Do not overcook shrimp to avoid rubberiness; remove once pink.
  • Adjust sriracha gradually to control the heat perfectly.
  • Cut proteins into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking and better texture.
  • Let the sauce sit for 5 minutes before combining to meld flavors.

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