Description
This crispy bang bang chicken recipe delivers golden-brown tenders coated in crunchy panko and drenched in a creamy-spicy-sweet sauce. It’s the perfect crowd-pleaser for weeknight dinners or appetizer spreads.
Ingredients
Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or tenderloins
Buttermilk
Cornstarch
All-purpose flour
Panko breadcrumbs
Salt
Pepper
Garlic powder
Paprika
Eggs
Vegetable oil
Mayonnaise
Sweet chili sauce
Sriracha
Honey (optional)
Instructions
- Cut chicken into strips and soak in buttermilk with salt for at least 30 minutes.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, cornstarch, and spices; one with beaten eggs; one with panko.
- Coat chicken in flour mix, dip in egg, then press into panko.
- Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) and fry chicken until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Mix mayo, sweet chili sauce, and Sriracha in a bowl. Add honey if desired.
- Toss fried chicken in sauce or drizzle over the top. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes (includes marinating)
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner