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Bang Bang Chicken

Irresistibly Crispy Bang Bang Chicken with Sweet Spice Magic

This Bang Bang Chicken combines crispy chicken tenderloins with an irresistible sweet and spicy sauce for a delightful appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • ½ cup mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup Thai sweet chili sauce Optional to make your own
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce Adjust for spice level
  • 1 tablespoon honey Maple syrup can be used as a vegan alternative
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken tenderloins Chicken breasts can work too
  • 1 cup buttermilk Can substitute with milk and vinegar/lemon juice
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour Almond flour is gluten-free option
  • ¼ cup cornstarch Can substitute with more flour
  • 1 large egg Flax egg as a vegan substitute
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Fresh garlic can be used instead
  • ½ teaspoon salt Adjust to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper Adjust to taste
  • Cayenne optional For extra heat
  • 1 cup plain panko breadcrumbs Regular breadcrumbs can be alternative
For Frying
  • 2 inches canola oil Any high-temperature oil can be used
For Garnish
  • ¼ cup chopped parsley Optional for presentation

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Slotted spoon
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Bang Bang Chicken Preparation
  1. In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey. Mix until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Set aside for later use.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together buttermilk, all-purpose flour, cornstarch, egg, Sriracha, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken tenderloins to the marinade and let them marinate for about 10 minutes.
  3. Remove each chicken tenderloin from the marinade, allow excess to drip off, and dredge in panko breadcrumbs. Set aside.
  4. Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 365°F. Fry chicken tenderloins in batches for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
  5. Place the fried chicken on paper towels to drain excess oil. Transfer to a large mixing bowl and pour the Bang Bang sauce over the chicken. Toss gently until well-coated.
  6. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve immediately with your favorite sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve fresh to retain crispiness. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Freeze uncoated cooked chicken for up to 3 months.

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