Name: Crispy Bang Bang Chicken
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 6 min
Total time: 26 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup mayonnaise; 1/2 cup Thai sweet chili sauce; 1 teaspoon Sriracha; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 1/2 pounds chicken tenderloins; 1 cup buttermilk; 3/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup cornstarch; 1 large egg, room temperature; 1 tablespoon Sriracha; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional); 2 cups plain panko breadcrumbs; Canola oil for frying; Chopped parsley for garnish

Transform chicken tenderloins into crispy, golden pieces drizzled with sweet and spicy bang bang sauce. This recipe creates perfectly crunchy chicken that's tender inside and coated with an irresistible sauce, offering three different cooking methods to suit your preference.

Through extensive testing, I discovered that proper coating technique and cooking temperature create the most satisfying results.

Essential Elements

Chicken tenderloins ensure tenderness

Buttermilk creates perfect coating

Panko provides ultimate crunch

Bang bang sauce adds flavor

Proper oil temperature

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Fresh ingredients

Creating Chicken Magic

Coating Preparation Dip in seasoned buttermilk.

Panko Application Coat evenly for crispiness.

Proper Frying Cook in batches until golden.

Sauce Building Create bang bang sauce carefully.

Final Coating Toss chicken in sauce.

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Perfect Cooking Options

Transform this chicken using different methods:

Deep fry for ultimate crispiness
Air fry at 400°F for 10 minutes
Bake at 425°F for 12-15 minutes

Each method offers unique results

All achieve delicious flavor

Recipe Variations

Customize your chicken with different approaches:

Adjust sauce spiciness level
Add extra seasonings to coating
Try different breadcrumb options
Create spicier buttermilk mixture
Experiment with sauce combinations

Storage Success

Keep your chicken fresh by:

Cooling completely before storing
Wrapping in foil
Refrigerating up to 5 days
Freezing up to 6 months
Reheating carefully to maintain crispiness

Professional Tips

Use thermometer for proper oil temperature
Don't overcrowd when cooking
Test internal temperature reaches 165°F
Save and clarify used oil
Store sauce separately

My journey with this bang bang chicken has evolved from simple fried chicken to creating the perfect crispy dish with versatile cooking options. Remember, great chicken combines proper technique with careful temperature control, creating dishes that rival any restaurant version.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Adjust spice level?: Add more or less Sriracha to sauce.
→ Best oil temp?: Maintain at 365°F for crispy coating.
→ Make ahead?: Sauce can be made day before.
→ Check doneness?: Chicken should reach 165°F inside.
→ Why buttermilk?: Keeps chicken tender and juicy.

Crispy Bang Bang Chicken

Golden fried chicken tenders coated in panko crumbs and drizzled with creamy sweet-spicy bang bang sauce.

Prep Time

20 Minutes

Cook Time

6 Minutes

Total Time

26 Minutes

By: Norah Momoria

Category: Main Dishes

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yield: 4 Servings

Dietary: ~

Ingredients

→ Bang Bang Sauce

01 1 cup mayonnaise

02 1/2 cup Thai sweet chili sauce

03 1 teaspoon Sriracha

04 2 tablespoons honey

→ Chicken Coating

05 1 1/2 pounds chicken tenderloins

06 1 cup buttermilk

07 3/4 cup all-purpose flour

08 1/2 cup cornstarch

09 1 large egg, room temperature

10 1 tablespoon Sriracha

11 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

12 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

13 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

14 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

15 2 cups plain panko breadcrumbs

16 Canola oil for frying

17 Chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

Step 01

Mix mayonnaise, chili sauce, Sriracha and honey in bowl. Set aside.

Step 02

Whisk buttermilk, flour, cornstarch, egg, Sriracha and seasonings. Coat chicken pieces.

Step 03

Remove chicken from batter, dredge in panko crumbs, pressing to adhere.

Step 04

Heat oil to 365°F. Fry chicken 2-3 minutes per side until 165°F internal temperature.

Step 05

Drain on paper towels. Toss with sauce and garnish with parsley.

Notes

Work in batches when frying

Maintain oil temperature

Can adjust sauce spiciness

Tools You'll Need

Large skillet

Mixing bowls

Thermometer

Paper towels

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.

Contains eggs
Contains wheat

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.

Calories: 1415
Total Fat: ~
Total Carbohydrate: ~
Protein: ~

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