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Bang Bang Chicken

Bang Bang Chicken
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Ever crave something crunchy, spicy, and sweet—all in one glorious bite? Let me introduce you to Bang Bang Chicken. It’s everything your taste buds dream of: crispy panko-coated chicken tenders fried to golden perfection and drizzled with a sweet and spicy bang bang sauce. Whether you serve it over a bed of rice, on a sandwich, or as a fun appetizer, this dish is a total crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken

  • 1½ pounds boneless chicken tenderloins or sliced chicken breasts

  • 1 cup buttermilk

  • ¾ cup flour

  • ½ cup cornstarch

  • 1 egg

  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce (Sriracha or your favorite)

  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

  • ½ teaspoon sea salt

  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

  • 2 cups panko breadcrumbs

  • Neutral oil for frying (canola or vegetable)

For the Bang Bang Sauce

  • 1 cup mayonnaise

  • ½ cup Thai sweet chili sauce

  • 2 tablespoons honey

  • 1–2 teaspoons Sriracha (adjust to taste)

Optional Garnish

  • Thinly sliced scallions

  • Sesame seeds

  • Chopped cilantro

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken
    In a bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, hot sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken and let it marinate for 20–30 minutes.

  2. Set Up the Dredging Station
    In a separate bowl, mix flour and cornstarch. Pour panko breadcrumbs into another shallow dish.

  3. Coat the Chicken
    Remove chicken from the marinade. Dredge in the flour mixture, then press firmly into the panko to coat both sides evenly.

  4. Heat the Oil
    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350–365°F.

  5. Fry in Batches
    Cook chicken pieces in batches, turning once, until golden brown and crispy—about 3–4 minutes per side.

  6. Drain and Rest
    Transfer cooked chicken to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.

  7. Sauce It Up
    Drizzle with bang bang sauce or serve the sauce on the side for dipping.

Notes

  • Use Chicken Tenderloins for Best Texture
    Tenderloins are naturally more tender and cook evenly. If substituting with chicken breasts, cut them into uniform strips for consistent frying.

  • Let the Buttermilk Mixture Sit
    Marinate the chicken in the buttermilk mixture for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours) to enhance flavor and tenderness.

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