Description
Crispy Bang Bang Chicken features a crunchy coating paired with a creamy, spicy Bang Bang sauce for a delightful flavor burst in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into strips or chunks)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola oil recommended)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha (adjust for spice preference)
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- Red chili flakes (for garnish)
- Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: Pat the chicken pieces dry and season them with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Set Up Dipping Stations: Prepare three bowls with flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs for the breading process.
- Fry the Chicken: Heat oil to 350°F and fry the chicken in batches for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Make the Bang Bang Sauce: Combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice in a bowl and whisk until smooth.
- Serve It Up: Drizzle the Bang Bang sauce over the chicken or serve it on the side, garnished with red chili flakes and cilantro.
Notes
Ensure the chicken is dry before seasoning for a crispier texture. Monitor oil temperature while frying to prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 185mg