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Plate of Bang Bang Chicken garnished with herbs and spicy sauce

Bang Bang Chicken

Bang Bang Chicken is a comforting, crispy dish cloaked in a creamy-sweet-and-spicy sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Asian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Bang Bang Sauce

  • 1 cup mayonnaise Use regular or low-fat as per preference.
  • ½ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce Add more for extra heat.
  • 2 tablespoons honey Adjust sweetness to taste.

For the Chicken

  • 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken tenderloins Cut into bite-sized pieces.
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper Optional for extra spice.
  • 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
  • N/A Vegetable or canola oil For frying.
  • N/A Chopped green onions and sesame seeds For garnish.

Instructions
 

Make the Bang Bang Sauce

  • Whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey until smooth. Adjust heat and sweetness to taste and chill sauce in the refrigerator.

Prepare the Batter

  • In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, flour, cornstarch, egg, Sriracha, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne. Whisk until smooth.

Batter the Chicken and Marinate Briefly

  • Add chicken pieces to the batter, ensuring they’re evenly coated. Let sit for 10–20 minutes.

Prep the Panko and Heat the Oil

  • Pour panko onto a wide plate and heat oil in a deep skillet or Dutch oven to 350–365°F.

Coat the Chicken in Panko

  • Lift each battered piece and press into panko, ensuring an even coating. Shake off excess.

Fry Until Golden and Cooked Through

  • Carefully lower coated chicken into hot oil and fry in small batches for about 3–4 minutes per side until exterior is golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F.

Toss in Sauce and Garnish

  • Place drained chicken in a bowl, add chilled Bang Bang sauce, and toss to coat. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

Use halal-certified chicken if needed. An instant-read thermometer ensures safety. For an air fryer or oven, use a baking tray with a rack. Store leftovers separately to maintain crispiness.

Nutrition

Serving: 4gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 900mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5g
Keyword Bang Bang Chicken, Comfort Food, Crispy Chicken, Sweet-spicy Chicken, Weeknight Dinner
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