Description
Bang Bang Chicken is a delightful dish that tantalizes the taste buds with its crispy texture and bold flavors. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken coated in crunchy panko breadcrumbs, drizzled with a creamy, sweet, and spicy sauce that brings everything together. Perfect for family dinners, game day gatherings, or as an impressive appetizer, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken tenderloins
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- Canola oil for frying
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce by mixing mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, flour, cornstarch, egg, additional Sriracha, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Coat each chicken tenderloin in the batter and then roll in panko breadcrumbs to ensure even coverage.
- Heat canola oil in a skillet to 365°F (185°C). Fry chicken pieces in batches for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain on paper towels and drizzle with the prepared sauce before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (about 85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 615mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 55mg