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Bang Bang Chicken

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This Bang Bang Chicken is crispy, golden, and drenched in a creamy, spicy-sweet sauce made with mayo, chili sauce, and honey. Fried to perfection and garnished with fresh parsley, it’s a crowd-pleasing dish that’s perfect for dinner or entertaining.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 460 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce:

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • ½ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tsp Sriracha or more
  • 2 tbsp honey

For the Chicken:

  • 1½ lbs boneless chicken tenderloins
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tbsp Sriracha
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ⅛ tsp cayenne pepper optional
  • 2 cups plain panko breadcrumbs
  • Canola oil for frying
  • Chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Mix sauce ingredients and set aside.
  • Whisk batter ingredients and toss chicken to coat.
  • Dredge chicken in panko.
  • Heat oil to 365°F. Fry chicken 2–3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
  • Drain, toss in sauce, and garnish with parsley. Serve hot!
  • See full steps with tips & photos → https://p4pd.org/bang-bang-chicken/

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, double-dredge the chicken in batter and panko.
  • Swap chicken tenderloins for boneless thighs for a juicier bite.
  • Try serving with steamed rice, lettuce cups, or on sliders.
  • Leftover sauce makes a great dip for fries or veggies.