Crispy Bang Bang Chicken That Will Spice Up Your Dinner!

Experience the perfect blend of crispy deliciousness and sweet and spicy sauce with this Bang Bang Chicken recipe.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 15

Marinating Time 10

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: Sichuan, Western

Calories: 480

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sauce

½ cup mayonnaise Substitute Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
¼ cup Thai sweet chili sauce Provides sweetness with a hint of spice.
1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce Adjust to your taste or use preferred hot sauce.
1 tablespoon honey Maple syrup can be a tasty substitute.

For the Chicken

1 pound boneless skinless chicken tenderloins Can swap with shrimp, tofu, or cauliflower.
1 cup buttermilk Can be replaced with milk and vinegar or lemon juice.
½ cup all-purpose flour For gluten-free, use a gluten-free flour blend.
¼ cup cornstarch Can be omitted, but affects crunchiness.
1 large egg Can replace with a flax egg or aquafaba.
2 cups panko breadcrumbs Use regular breadcrumbs if needed.

For Frying and Garnish

1 cup canola oil Vegetable or peanut oil can be substitutes.
¼ cup chopped parsley Swap for cilantro if preferred.

Equipment

Medium bowl
large bowl
Large plate
Heavy skillet
slotted spoon
Paper towel-lined plate

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey until smooth. Set aside.
In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, all-purpose flour, cornstarch, beaten egg, Sriracha, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth, then add chicken and marinate for 10 minutes.
Spread panko breadcrumbs on a large plate. Dredge marinated chicken in breadcrumbs, pressing gently to ensure an even coating.
Heat canola oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry breaded chicken pieces in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Once all chicken is fried, toss them in the prepared Bang Bang sauce until coated.
Garnish the coated chicken with chopped parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal crispiness, maintain the oil temperature at 365°F. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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