Crispy Bang Bang Chicken
A crunchy, spicy dish that's perfect for dinner or game night, featuring crispy fried chicken tossed in a sweet and spicy Bang Bang sauce.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup buttermilk for marinating
- 1 cup all-purpose flour for coating
- 1/2 cup cornstarch for coating
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Oil for frying enough for deep frying
For the Bang Bang Sauce
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha adjust to taste
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
Preparation
- Marinate the chicken pieces in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Cooking
- Heat oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Take the chicken out of the buttermilk and coat each piece in the flour mixture.
- Fry the chicken in small batches for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
- Drain the fried chicken on paper towels to remove extra oil.
Making the Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey to make the Bang Bang Sauce.
Serving
- Toss the crispy fried chicken in the Bang Bang Sauce and serve immediately.
Notes
For best results, let the chicken marinate longer. Avoid overcrowding the pan when frying.