Bang Bang Chicken
Crispy and flavorful Bang Bang Chicken coated in a crunchy crust and paired with a creamy sauce with just the right amount of kick.
Ingredients
For the sauce
- 1 cup mayonnaise adds creaminess
- ½ cup Thai sweet chili sauce provides sweetness and mild heat
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha, or more to taste adds heat
- 2 tablespoons honey increases sweetness and moisture
For the chicken
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken tenderloins provides protein and tenderness
- 1 cup buttermilk adds moisture and tang
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour for coating
- ½ cup cornstarch contributes to crispness
- 1 large egg, room temperature binds the coating
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha enhances spiciness
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder adds savory flavor
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt enhances all flavors
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper adds mild spice
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional gives extra heat
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs provides crunch
- Canola oil for frying Canola oil for cooking
- Parsley, chopped Parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey. Whisk these together until smooth and fully blended.
- Place the tenderloins in a large bowl and pour the buttermilk over them. Allow it to soak for at least 30 minutes.
- In one shallow dish, mix together the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. In a second dish, beat the egg until homogenous. Finally, place the panko breadcrumbs in a third dish.
Breading
- Remove each piece of chicken from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off and coat it in the flour mixture.
- Dip the floured chicken into the beaten egg, ensuring it’s well coated.
- Roll each piece of chicken in the panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to ensure an even covering.
Cooking
- In a heavy skillet, heat a good amount of canola oil over medium-high heat.
- Carefully place the breaded chicken in the hot oil, cooking in batches if necessary, until golden brown and crisp.
- Remove cooked chicken using a slotted spoon and place it on paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Serving
- Drizzle the creamy sauce over the crispy chicken or offer it on the side for dipping. Garnish with chopped parsley.
Notes
Let the chicken marinate longer for enhanced flavor. Use a cooling rack to drain fried chicken for maximum crispiness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g
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