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Bang Bang Chicken Recipe

Bang Bang Chicken recipe
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Bang Bang Chicken is panko-crusted chicken tenderloins deep-fried to a crispy golden brown, drizzled with homemade bang bang sauce.

Ingredients

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Bang Bang Sauce:

  • 1 cup (232 g) mayonnaise
  • ½ cup (132 g) Thai sweet chili sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha, or more to taste
  • 2 tablespoons honey

 

Chicken:

  • 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken tenderloins
  • 1 cup (245 g) buttermilk
  • ¾ cup (94 g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup (64 g) cornstarch
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 2 cups (216 g) panko breadcrumbs, plain
  • Canola oil, for frying
  • Parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  • Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey. Mix well and set aside.

  • Prepare Chicken: In a medium mixing bowl, add buttermilk, flour, cornstarch, egg, Sriracha, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Whisk to combine. Add chicken tenders and toss to coat.

  • Bread Chicken: Add panko to a shallow plate. Working one piece at a time, remove the chicken from the batter, gently shaking off any excess. Dredge the chicken in the panko, pressing slightly to adhere. Set aside.

  • Heat Oil: In a large skillet, add about an inch of oil and heat over medium-high until it reaches 365°F.

  • Fry Chicken: Working in batches, fry the chicken for about 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown and an internal temperature of 165°F. Ensure oil is at 365°F before adding more chicken.

 

  • Drain & Serve: Transfer fried chicken to a paper towel-lined plate. Toss with bang bang sauce, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.

Notes

  • Adjust Sriracha for more or less spice.

  • Ensure oil stays at 365°F for even cooking.

 

  • Use an air fryer for a healthier option—cook at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway.

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