Ingredients:
For Bang Bang Chicken:
1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken tenderloins
1 cup (245 g) buttermilk
Ezoic
¾ cup (94 g) all-purpose flour
½ cup (64 g) cornstarch
1 large egg, room temperature
1 tablespoon Sriracha
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
2 cups (216 g) panko breadcrumbs, plain
Canola oil, for frying
Parsley, chopped, for garnish
For Bang Bang Sauce:
1 cup (232 g) mayonnaise
½ cup (132 g) Thai sweet chili sauce
1 teaspoon Sriracha, or more to taste
2 tablespoons honey.
Directions:
Prepare Bang Bang Sauce:
In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey until well combined. Set aside.
Coat Chicken:
In a separate bowl, combine buttermilk, flour, cornstarch, egg, Sriracha, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne. Mix until smooth.
Add chicken tenderloins to the mixture, ensuring they are well coated.
Dredge in Panko:
Dredge the coated chicken in panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere. Place the coated chicken on a plate and set aside.
Fry Chicken:
Heat canola oil in a skillet to 365°F (185°C).
Carefully fry the chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 3 minutes per side. Ensure the oil is hot enough to achieve a crispy crust.
Drain and Toss:
Once cooked, transfer the fried chicken to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Toss the fried chicken in the prepared Bang Bang sauce until evenly coated.
Garnish and Serve:
Garnish the Bang Bang Chicken with chopped parsley for freshness and color.
Serve immediately and enjoy the crunchy, flavorful goodness!
Recipe Notes:
Adjust the amount of Sriracha in the Bang Bang sauce according to your desired level of spiciness.
Serve the Bang Bang Chicken with rice, noodles, or a crisp salad for a complete meal.
Store any leftover Bang Bang Chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. Reheat in the oven for best results.
Enjoyment Time:
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 6 minutes
Total Time: 26 minutes
Servings: 4
Dive into this Bang Bang Chicken recipe for a burst of flavor that will delight your senses and satisfy your cravings. Get ready to elevate your culinary repertoire with this irresistible dish!
