Bang Bang Chicken
Bang Bang Chicken is a crowd-pleasing comfort food classic—crispy, juicy chicken bites fried to golden perfection, then drizzled with a creamy, spicy, and slightly sweet Bang Bang sauce. Serve as an appetizer or party snack and watch it disappear fast.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Place in a bowl and pour over the buttermilk. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight if prepping ahead.
- In a separate shallow bowl, mix the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Remove the chicken from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each piece in the seasoned flour, pressing lightly to coat well.
- Carefully place chicken pieces in hot oil, working in batches. Fry for about 3 to 4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and place on a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and rice vinegar until smooth and creamy.
- Drizzle the bang bang sauce over the freshly fried chicken or serve on the side for dipping.
- Optional: Garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds for extra flavor and crunch. Serve hot.
Nutrition
Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 29gFat: 23gSodium: 690mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7g
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