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Crispy Bang Bang Bites

Crispy Bang Bang Bites

Crispy Bang Bang Bites are golden fried chicken with a sweet and spicy sauce. Perfectly crispy and juicy, they're ideal for appetizers or weeknight dinners. Try this must-have recipe today!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • ½ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha or more to taste
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken tenderloins
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 1 large egg egg room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • 2 cups panko breadcrumbs plain
  • q.s. canola oil for frying
  • q.s. Parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Tongs or slotted spoon for flipping chicken
  • Paper towels for draining
  • Thermometer for checking oil temperature
  • Shallow bowls for breading and sauce

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey for the bang bang sauce; set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix buttermilk, flour, cornstarch, egg, Sriracha, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne until smooth.
  3. Toss the chicken tenderloins in the batter until fully coated; let sit for 10 minutes for flavor absorption.
  4. Coat each piece of chicken with panko breadcrumbs, pressing firmly to adhere.
  5. Heat canola oil in a large skillet to 365°F over medium-high heat.
  6. Fry the chicken in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through; drain on paper towels.
  7. Arrange on a platter, drizzle with bang bang sauce, and garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 16gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Make extra bang bang sauce; it’s great for salads or veggie dips. For added crunch, mist breaded chicken with cooking spray before frying. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven for crispiness. To freeze, put the breaded chicken on a baking sheet, freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag. Fry directly from frozen. Adjust spice levels in the sauce by adding more or less Sriracha to suit your taste preference.
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