Description
Bang Bang Chicken is an irresistible dish that combines crispy panko-crusted chicken tenderloins with a creamy, spicy bang bang sauce. This delightful recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether served as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a satisfying main course. With its crunchy texture and bold flavors, Bang Bang Chicken is sure to impress your guests and family alike. Plus, it’s quick to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken tenderloins
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha
Instructions
- Prepare the bang bang sauce by mixing mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha in a bowl until smooth. Set aside.
- Marinate chicken tenderloins in buttermilk for at least 15 minutes.
- Set up a breading station with flour mixed with cornstarch and spices in one bowl, beaten egg with Sriracha in another, and panko breadcrumbs in a third.
- Coat each tenderloin first in the flour mixture, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally coat with panko.
- Heat canola oil in a deep fryer or pot to about 350°F (175°C). Fry chicken pieces in batches for 4-6 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve hot with the bang bang sauce drizzled on top or on the side.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 70mg