Chunks of oven-baked chicken are served with a glossy, orange-tinted sauce made from mayonnaise and hot sauce. The chicken has a textured surface from the seasoned almond flour, maintaining a visible crispness under a light coating of sauce. Served warm, the dish features a mix of varied chicken pieces drizzled with a creamy glaze that thins slightly upon contact with the heat.

About This Recipe

The chicken is cut into natural pieces and tossed in a mixture of almond flour, paprika, and garlic powder before being baked at high heat. This creates a dry, seasoned exterior that remains crisp and separate on the baking sheet. The sauce is a blend of mayonnaise and hot sauce, creating a creamy liquid that is drizzled over the chicken rather than used as a thick binder.

The addition of rice vinegar and a small amount of sweetener adds a noticeable contrast to the fat in the mayo. When the sauce meets the warm chicken, it creates a shining glaze that pools slightly around the base of the meat. The almond flour coating stays intact, allowing the sauce to sit on top of the seasoned crust without soaking through or making the chicken feel heavy.

You’ll see the varied shapes of the chicken pieces topped with a bright, shimmering sauce. The scent of vinegar and hot sauce is immediate, and the dish has a vibrant, saucy appearance with visible textures from the almond flour coating. It is a meal where the snap of the baked chicken meets a thin, spicy cream, resulting in a savory plate with a glossy finish.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Creamy, spicy, and low-carb
• No flour, sugar, or deep frying
• Familiar takeout-style flavor
• Easy weeknight recipe
• Crispy chicken texture with simple ingredients
• Perfect with cauliflower rice or lettuce wraps
• Great for meal prep

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What You’ll Need for This Keto Bang Bang Chicken

 

For the Chicken

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• ½ cup almond flour
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Bang Bang Sauce

• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons hot sauce (Frank’s or similar)
• 1 tablespoon keto sweetener
• 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

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Step-by-Step Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, mix almond flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3. Drizzle the chicken pieces with olive oil, then toss in the almond flour mixture until coated.
4. Spread the chicken on the baking sheet in a single layer.
5. Bake for 18–22 minutes, turning once halfway through, until golden and cooked through.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, hot sauce, keto sweetener, rice vinegar, and garlic powder to make the Bang Bang sauce.
7. When the chicken is finished, toss immediately in the sauce or drizzle over the top.
8. Serve warm.

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FAQ

• Is this dish very spicy?
  It’s mildly to moderately spicy. Adjust heat by adding more or less hot sauce.
• Can I use chicken thighs?
  Yes, thighs work extremely well and stay juicy.
• Can I air fry the chicken?
  Absolutely—cook at 380°F for 12–15 minutes, shaking once halfway.
• Is almond flour required?
  Yes, it gives a light crisp. Coconut flour does not work the same way.
• Can I make the sauce ahead of time?
  Yes, it keeps in the fridge for 3–4 days

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Variations & Substitutions

• Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness
• Add crushed red pepper for more heat
• Mix half mayo, half Greek yogurt for a lighter sauce
• Add chopped green onions for garnish
• Substitute sriracha for a smoother heat

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Serving Suggestions

• Serve over cauliflower rice
• Spoon into lettuce cups
• Pair with roasted broccoli
• Add sliced avocado for extra fat

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