🌶️ Crispy Bang Bang Chicken 🍗✨
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: ~450 per serving
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
1 lb chicken tenders 🍗
1 cup all-purpose flour 🌾
2 large eggs 🥚 (beaten)
1 cup panko breadcrumbs 🍞
1 tsp paprika 🌶
1 tsp garlic powder 🧄
½ tsp salt 🧂
½ tsp black pepper 🌑
Vegetable oil for frying 🛢
For the Bang Bang Sauce:
½ cup mayonnaise 🥄
¼ cup sweet chili sauce 🌶
1 tbsp sriracha (adjust for spice preference) 🔥
1 tbsp honey 🍯
Garnish:
Chopped fresh parsley 🌿
Optional: Extra chili flakes for spice 🌶
Directions
1. Prepare the Sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey until smooth. Set aside.
2. Bread the Chicken:
Set up a breading station with three bowls:
All-purpose flour mixed with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Beaten eggs.
Panko breadcrumbs.
Dredge each chicken tender in the seasoned flour, dip in the egg, and coat thoroughly in panko breadcrumbs.
3. Fry the Chicken:
Heat about ½ inch of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Fry chicken tenders in batches for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C). Remove and drain on paper towels.
4. Coat with Sauce:
Brush or toss the hot, crispy chicken tenders with the prepared Bang Bang sauce.
5. Serve:
Arrange the chicken on a plate, garnish with parsley, and serve with extra sauce for dipping.
Notes & Variations
Healthier Option: Bake the breaded chicken at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, or air-fry at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes.
Spice it Up: Add extra sriracha or red chili flakes to the sauce for more heat.
Side Suggestions: Serve with a crisp salad, fries, or steamed rice for a complete meal.