Kickin’ Bang Bang Chicken
Get ready to bring some zing to your table with this Kickin’ Bang Bang Chicken! It’s crispy, spicy, and oh-so-addictive, making it perfect for a dinner that’s sure to be the talk of the town. Each bite is a flavor explosion that combines the tenderness of chicken with a tangy, sweet, and spicy sauce. This dish is not just a meal; it’s an experience!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
Step 1: Buttermilk Bath
In a bowl, soak the chicken pieces in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes. This step helps keep the chicken tender and juicy.
Step 2: Prepare Coating
In another bowl, combine flour with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix all the ingredients thoroughly.
Step 3: Heat Oil
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. You can tell when the oil is ready by dropping a small amount of water into it; if it sizzles, you’re good to go.
Step 4: Coat Chicken
Remove the chicken from the buttermilk, allowing any excess to drip off. Coat each piece thoroughly in the flour mixture.
Step 5: Fry Chicken
Fry the chicken pieces in batches until they are golden and crispy, which should take about 5-7 minutes per batch. Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a cooling rack or a plate lined with paper towels.
Step 6: Make the Sauce
In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey. Taste the sauce and adjust the level of sriracha according to your heat preference.
Step 7: Toss Chicken with Sauce
Toss the crispy chicken bits in the bang bang sauce until they are well-coated.
Step 8: Serve
Plate the crispy, spicy chicken and enjoy the delicious goodness!
Notes
Cooking Tip
For the best results, fry the chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding the skillet, which can lower the oil temperature and result in soggy chicken.
Storage Suggestions
Leftover chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.
Customization
Feel free to customize the sauce by adding more sriracha for extra heat or using Greek yogurt in place of mayonnaise for a lighter version.
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