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Slow Cooker Bang Bang Chicken

by Sarah Olson on December 16, 2020 | Updated January 12, 2021 26 Comments

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Make this unique slow cooker recipe for bang bang chicken drumsticks! Bang bang sauce is an addicting creamy sweet and spicy sauce.

If you love easy chicken drumstick recipes also try my pineapple barbecue drumsticks or my buffalo ranch chicken drumsticks recipes.

chicken drumsticks cooked in bang bang sauce in slow cooker

What is bang bang sauce?

Bang bang sauce is a sweet and spicy sauce with a creamy mayonnaise sauce. This sauce is great on chicken like this recipe or even shrimp or broccoli!

chickendrumsticks and bang bang sauce on white table

How to make bang bang chicken in the crockpot:

  • Chicken – I use drumsticks but chicken thighs are great with this recipe too.
  • Mayonnaise – This is the base for the sauce
  • Sweet chili sauce – I use Frank’s Red Hot Brand Sweet Chili Sauce
  • Sriracha – This is in the asian section of the store and has a red rooster on it.
  • Salt and pepper
drumsticks in bang bang sauce in slow cooker before cooking.

The sauce ingredients are mixed together. And half of this sauce goes in the fridge and will used as a dipping sauce for serving.

Can I marinate bang bang chicken?

  • If you have all your ingredients the night before you can marinate this chicken in the sauce (be sure to only use half of the sauce, the other half is for serving).
  • Place the chicken, and sauce in a ziplock bag. Refrigerate overnight and continue with the recipe below.
bang bang chicken with sauce, cooked in slow cooker

How long do I cook?

  • Place the lid on the slow cooker.
  • Cook on HIGH for 3.5 hours or LOW for 6 hours
  • For browned chicken you will need to place the chicken in the oven under the broiler for a few minutes after it has finished cooking in the slow cooker.
browned bang bang chicken on a sheet pan

How can I make this spicier?

  • Double the sriracha in this recipe or add a few shakes of tabasco.
  • Also, you can add red peppers flake if desired; about a half teaspoon will do.

How do I serve this?

  • There is a delicious spicy broth that is made when this cooks, it’s great drizzled over the chicken.
  • We love these drumsticks over Jasmine or white rice.
  • Don’t forget to serve this with the reserved bang bang sauce that you made.
  • Sprinkle green onions over the chicken.
bang bang chicken on sheet pan, browned with green onions on top.

More drumstick recipes for your slow cooker:

  • Slow Cooker Buffalo Ranch Drumsticks
  • Slow Cooker Pineapple Barbecue Drumsticks
  • Slow Cooker Greek Drumsticks
  • Slow Cooker Orange Chicken Drumsticks

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cooked bang bang chicken in slow cooker

Slow Cooker Bang Bang Chicken

5 from 18 votes
Creamy sweet and spicy chicken drumsticks cooked until tender in the slow cooker then broiled in the oven to make a crispy skin.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Fusion
Keyword: bang bang chicken
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 5
Calories: 626kcal
Author: Sarah Olson

Equipment Needed:

  • Slow Cooker – 4 quart or larger

Ingredients:

  • 2-3 lbs. chicken drumsticks
  • 2 tsp. sriracha
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup sweet chili sauce I use Frank's Red Hot brand sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. fresh ground black pepper
  • 1 bunch green onions for serving
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Instructions:

  • Add the drumsticks to the slow cooker.
  • In a medium-sized bowl, add the mayo, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, salt and pepper. Stir.
  • Place half of the sauce in another bowl and place in the fridge for serving. Pour the other half of the sauce over the chicken.
  • Place the lid on the slow cooker. Cook on HIGH for 3.5-4 hours or LOW for 6 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to broil.
  • If you have a wire rack, place that on a sheet pan. When the cooking time is up place the chicken on the wire rack that is on the sheet pan (or directly on the sheet pan if you don't have a rack).
  • Broil for about 5 minutes or until browned. Keep an eye on them so they don't burn.
  • Sprinkle the green onions over the chicken when serving.
  • You can serve the chicken with the hot sauce poured over the chicken (great over rice). And also serve it with a side of the cold reserved bang bang sauce. We love these drumsticks with rice.

How to Video:

Recipe Notes:

Can I marinate bang bang chicken?
  • If you have all your ingredients the night before you can marinate this chicken in the sauce (be sure to only use half of the sauce, the other half is for serving).
  • Place the chicken, and sauce in a ziplock bag. Refrigerate overnight and continue with the recipe below.
Can I make this spicier?
  • Double the sriracha in this recipe or add a few shakes of tabasco.
  • Also, you can add red peppers flake if desired; about a half teaspoon will do.

Nutrition:

Calories: 626kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 146mg | Sodium: 1359mg | Potassium: 424mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 123IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 2mg
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    Comments

    1. Mariann S. says

      March 23, 2021 at 10:19 am

      5 stars
      Loved this!! I used two large (and thick) chicken breasts instead of drumsticks. Turned out great! Thanks for the recipe, will make again!

      Reply
    2. Mike says

      March 14, 2021 at 4:25 pm

      5 stars
      I have made this recipie 4 times now it’s awesome. The sauce also makes a great dip for chips and crackers imho.

      Reply
    3. Faye says

      February 15, 2021 at 11:11 am

      Hi! I am trying to not eat as much dairy! Can I substitute the Mayo in the bang bang recipe for primal kitchen Mayo made out of avocado oil?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        February 15, 2021 at 11:31 am

        Mayo does not have dairy in it (made from oil and eggs). So either will work.

        Reply
    4. Colleen K. says

      February 15, 2021 at 7:57 am

      Is there a way to make it so it’s not that spicy? I can’t eat spicy.

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        February 15, 2021 at 8:03 am

        You can skip the sriracha. I didn’t think the chili sauce is hot at all, almost tastes like sweet and sour sauce.

        Reply
    5. Shelly says

      January 11, 2021 at 4:29 pm

      Please confirm; sweet chili sauce or Frank’s Red Hot? These are two very different items.
      Thanks!

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        January 11, 2021 at 5:49 pm

        Sweey chili. I will clarify the instructions.

        Reply
    6. Ariane says

      January 4, 2021 at 3:31 am

      What can I substitute for the mayonnaise to make it less fattening?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        January 4, 2021 at 5:48 am

        Hard to say without testing. I personally would use low-fat mayonnaise (or half fat-free).

        Reply
    7. Leslie says

      January 2, 2021 at 7:44 am

      Can I use frozen chicken drumsticks or should they be defrosted first?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        January 2, 2021 at 8:09 am

        I recommend thawing all meats before putting in the slow cooker.

        Reply
      • Sparks13 says

        January 5, 2021 at 11:22 pm

        Not a good Idea. They won’t cook evenly and would be overcooked on the outside before being cooked enough near the bone.

        Reply
    8. Jenny Nance says

      January 1, 2021 at 12:45 pm

      5 stars
      So appreciate your awesome recipes , my take away recipes you have do not include so many spices I do not keep on hand. So many recipes I share with my Son who is Firefighter and believe me those guy’s and gal’s love to cook.
      Thank You for sharing your recipes and know each one so delicious.

      Reply
    9. Dave says

      December 23, 2020 at 10:05 am

      5 stars
      Bang bang is great the whole family loves it !!!

      Reply
    10. Rowena says

      December 21, 2020 at 2:34 am

      5 stars
      Absolutely beautiful! I cooked this following your recipe. Absolutely beautiful with flavours & textures. Thank you so much

      Reply
    11. Bruce says

      December 19, 2020 at 6:39 pm

      Can I use boneless chicken thighs and if so what would be the cooking time

      Reply
    12. Janet Bradley says

      December 19, 2020 at 9:24 am

      On a scale of 1-5 how spicy is this. I have a grandchild that doesn’t like spicy (although I do) so can I half the spices. Or which ones would you suggest that I leave out that would make it moist and not as spicy (without losing a lot of flavor). Or maybe just fix this for us!!!!!

      Thanks, Janet

      Reply
    13. Karen says

      December 19, 2020 at 8:43 am

      How do I convert this recipe and other of your slow cooker recipes for a smaller slow cooker? There are just 2 of us now.

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        December 19, 2020 at 9:07 am

        Hi! I would cut it in half. It should do fine! Same cooking time.

        Reply
    14. Barbara Rucker says

      December 19, 2020 at 7:20 am

      Where Do I Buy Sole Cookler.Thank You For Any Information.

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        December 19, 2020 at 7:27 am

        Hi! Amazon has them, Walmart, Target, pretty much any store that sells small appliances.

        Reply
    15. Whitney says

      December 17, 2020 at 9:51 am

      Can I still make this if my oven doesn’t have a broiler? I want to make sure it gets brown and crispy.

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        December 17, 2020 at 11:40 am

        If you have luck browning other dishes this should do fine. It just may take longer.

        Reply
    16. Jordan F. says

      December 16, 2020 at 10:10 am

      Can I substitute drumsticks with chicken breasts for a more shredded option? Will that alter the cooking times if I use breasts instead?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        December 16, 2020 at 2:40 pm

        I would do 3.5 hours on high, or 6 hours on low. I think it would be great.

        Reply

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