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Crispy Bang Bang Chicken

35-Minute Crispy Bang Bang Chicken That Delivers Bliss

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Crispy Bang Bang Chicken is a delicious dish featuring tender chicken coated in a crispy breadcrumb crust and tossed in a creamy, sweet, and spicy sauce.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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

  1. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey. Mix well and set aside.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, add buttermilk, flour, cornstarch, egg, sriracha, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Whisk to combine.
  3. Add chicken tenders and toss to coat.
  4. Add Panko to a shallow plate.
  5. Working one piece at a time, remove the chicken from the batter, gently shaking off excess. Dredge in the panko, pressing slightly to adhere.
  6. Heat about an inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 365°F.
  7. Working in batches, fry chicken until browned (2-3 minutes per side) or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  8. Transfer cooked chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  9. Toss the chicken with the Bang Bang sauce, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve warm.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, double-coat the chicken in panko.
  • Adjust Sriracha to control the spiciness of the sauce.
  • Use a thermometer to ensure the oil stays at 365°F for even frying.
  • Author: Livia Reed
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian Fusion
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 22g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg