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Bang Bang Chicken

Crispy Bang Bang Chicken: Irresistibly Sweet and Spicy Delight

Enjoy Crispy Bang Bang Chicken, a delightful blend of sweet and spicy flavors with a crispy texture that elevates dinner!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Bang Bang Sauce
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon honey
Chicken Coating
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour can substitute gluten-free flour
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 1 large egg or substitute with a flaxseed or chia egg for vegan
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha for batter
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • a pinch cayenne pepper optional
Coating
  • 2 cups panko breadcrumbs or regular breadcrumbs
For Frying
  • 1 inch canola oil for frying
Garnish
  • chopped parsley optional

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • kitchen thermometer
  • medium bowl
  • small bowl
  • shallow dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey. Mix until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together buttermilk, all-purpose flour, cornstarch, egg, Sriracha, garlic powder, kosher salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  3. Coat the chicken tenders in the mixture and ensure they are evenly coated.
  4. Dredge the coated chicken tenders in panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
  5. Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 365°F.
  6. Fry chicken tenders in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy, ensuring they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
  7. Transfer fried chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  8. Toss the fried chicken in the prepared bang bang sauce until well coated and serve garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 6 months. Reheat in the oven to restore crispiness.

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