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Bang Bang Chicken Sliders Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes (plus marinating time)
  • Yield: 12 sliders
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Bang Bang Chicken Sliders feature crispy, buttermilk-marinated fried chicken pieces coated in a zesty, creamy bang bang sauce, served on mini slider buns with fresh lettuce, red onion, pickles, and cilantro. Perfect for parties or a flavorful appetizer, they combine spicy, tangy, and sweet flavors in a handheld bite.

Ingredients

Chicken and Marinade

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Coating

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Bang Bang Sauce

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Slider Assembly

  • 12 mini slider buns
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • ½ cup thinly sliced red onion
  • ½ cup pickles (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro (optional)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken pieces to this marinade and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight to enhance flavor and tenderness.
  2. Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha sauce, honey, lime juice, and garlic powder until smooth and well combined. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
  3. Prepare the Coating: In a shallow dish, mix together the all-purpose flour and panko breadcrumbs, ensuring even distribution for a crispy coating.
  4. Heat the Oil: Pour vegetable oil into a large skillet, heating it over medium-high heat until it reaches the proper temperature for frying—hot enough to sizzle when tested with a small breadcrumb.
  5. Coat and Fry the Chicken: Remove the marinated chicken pieces from the refrigerator. Dredge each piece thoroughly in the flour and panko mixture, ensuring each piece is well coated. Carefully place the coated chicken pieces into the hot oil and fry them until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried chicken onto paper towels to drain excess oil.
  6. Assemble the Sliders: Slice the mini slider buns horizontally. Spread a generous amount of the prepared bang bang sauce on both the top and bottom halves of each bun. Place a piece of the crispy fried chicken on the bottom half, then layer with shredded lettuce, sliced red onion, pickles if using, and fresh cilantro as desired. Close each slider with the top bun.
  7. Serve: Serve the Bang Bang Chicken Sliders immediately while the chicken is hot and the buns are fresh to enjoy the full burst of flavors.

Notes

  • Marinating the chicken overnight will result in more flavorful and tender meat.
  • Use a thermometer to maintain oil temperature between 350°F and 375°F for best frying results.
  • Pickles and cilantro are optional toppings but add great freshness and crunch.
  • For a lighter version, bake the chicken strips coated in panko at 400°F for 20-25 minutes instead of frying.
  • Make the bang bang sauce ahead and store in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/bang-bang-chicken-sliders-recipe-3/