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Bang Bang Chicken

Crispy Bang Bang Chicken That Will Spice Up Family Dinner

Crispy Bang Bang Chicken features tender chicken with a crunchy crust and a spicy, creamy sauce.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: American, Sichuan
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise substitute Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 1/4 cup Thai Sweet Chili Sauce substitute regular chili sauce if unavailable.
  • 1-2 tablespoons Sriracha Sauce adjust quantity for your preferred heat level.
  • 1 tablespoon honey substitute maple syrup for a vegan option.
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Tenderloins substitute with shrimp, tofu, or cauliflower.
  • 1 cup buttermilk substitute regular milk with a splash of vinegar for DIY.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour can use gluten-free blends as an alternative.
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 large egg omit for egg-free diets.
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs substitute regular breadcrumbs if needed.
  • to taste canola oil used for frying; substitute any neutral oil.
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Parsley feel free to omit if not available.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Plate

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey. Whisk the ingredients together until smooth, then set aside.
  2. In another bowl, combine buttermilk, flour, cornstarch, egg, Sriracha, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne. Add chicken tenderloins and let them marinate for 10 minutes.
  3. Place panko breadcrumbs on a plate. Remove the marinated chicken from the bowl and coat each piece evenly with breadcrumbs, pressing them on to ensure they stick well.
  4. Heat canola oil in a skillet to 365°F. Fry the coated chicken tenders in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. Once fried, drain the chicken tenders on paper towels to remove excess oil. Then, toss them in the prepared Bang Bang Sauce until they are evenly coated.
  6. Sprinkle the crispy Bang Bang Chicken with chopped parsley for a touch of freshness, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 22gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Serve with lime wedges for an extra zesty kick. Store leftovers properly to maintain crispiness.

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