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Bang Bang Chicken

Bang Bang Chicken
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If you’re in search of a dish that delights everyone at the table, look no further than Bang Bang Chicken. This recipe features tender, crispy chicken tenders coated in a flavorful panko crust and topped with a creamy, spicy bang bang sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this easy-to-make dish guarantees smiles all around. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch and a burst of flavor that keeps you coming back for more. Once you try it, you’ll understand why Bang Bang Chicken is sure to become a staple in your household.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • ½ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha (or more to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken tenderloins
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • â…› teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 2 cups panko breadcrumbs (plain)
  • Canola oil (for frying)
  • Chopped parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sauce by whisking together mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey in a bowl. Adjust the spiciness as desired.
  2. Marinate the chicken tenders in buttermilk for at least 15 minutes to enhance flavor and tenderness.
  3. Set up your breading station with flour mixed with cornstarch and seasonings in one bowl, beaten egg with Sriracha in another, and panko breadcrumbs in the last.
  4. Coat each marinated chicken tender first in the flour mixture, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally roll it in panko breadcrumbs.
  5. Fry the breaded tenders in hot canola oil until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
  6. Drain on paper towels and drizzle generously with bang bang sauce before serving.

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