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Bang Bang Chicken

Irresistible Bang Bang Chicken: Crispy, Sweet, and Spicy Delight

This Bang Bang Chicken is a crispy, sweet, and spicy delight perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt.
  • 1/4 cup Thai Sweet Chili Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Sauce Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup for vegan alternative.
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Tenderloins Can substitute with chicken breasts.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Regular milk can be used.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour as an option.
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch
  • 1 large Egg Flaxseed or chia seed egg as vegan substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground preferred.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Optional, use sparingly.
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Regular breadcrumbs as a substitute.
For Frying
  • 2 cups Canola Oil Any vegetable oil can also work.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Parsley For garnish.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • medium bowl
  • Small bowl
  • whisk
  • meat thermometer
  • Paper Towels

Method
 

Prepare the Bang Bang Chicken
  1. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey. Whisk together until smooth and set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together buttermilk, all-purpose flour, cornstarch, egg, Sriracha, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne. Add the chicken and marinate for about 10 minutes.
  3. Dredge marinated chicken in panko breadcrumbs and place on a plate.
  4. Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry chicken tenders for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. Transfer fried chicken to paper towels to drain excess oil, then toss with prepared Bang Bang Sauce.
  6. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Maintain oil temperature at 365°F for best results. Consider baking for a healthier option.

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