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Bang Bang Chicken Bites Recipe

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Bang Bang Chicken Bites are crispy, tender chicken chunks coated in a flavorful batter and Panko breadcrumbs, fried to golden perfection, and drizzled with a sweet, spicy, and creamy homemade Bang Bang sauce. This addictive American dish is perfect for lunch or dinner and ready in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal meal for busy weeknights or casual entertaining.

Ingredients

For the Sauce

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sweet chili sauce (Frank's recommended)
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce (Sriracha recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into small chunks
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • 1 cup buttermilk (use more if batter is too thick)
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce (Sriracha recommended)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sauce: In a bowl, thoroughly mix the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, hot sauce, honey, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate the sauce until you are ready to serve.
  2. Make the batter and coat chicken: In a medium bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the hot sauce, egg, and buttermilk. Whisk everything until you achieve a smooth batter. Add the chicken pieces to the batter and toss to ensure each chunk is evenly coated. Set aside.
  3. Coat with breadcrumbs: Place the Panko breadcrumbs into another bowl. Take each battered chicken piece and coat it thoroughly in the breadcrumbs. Add more breadcrumbs as necessary to achieve a good coating.
  4. Fry the chicken: Pour about ½ inch of vegetable oil into a large skillet and heat over medium-high heat. Once hot, add a few pieces of chicken at a time—do not overcrowd. Fry for about 3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil after frying. Repeat with remaining pieces.
  5. Serve: Arrange the chicken bites on a serving dish, drizzle generously with the prepared Bang Bang sauce, and serve immediately while hot and crispy.

Notes

  • Sauce Variations: Adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing the amount of hot sauce. Adding garlic powder to the sauce is a great way to add extra flavor.
  • Chicken Cuts: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are used here, but chicken thighs can be substituted for a juicier texture. Adjust cooking times accordingly.
  • Breadcrumb Substitutes: If Panko is unavailable, regular breadcrumbs or crushed cornflakes can be used, but the texture might be slightly different.
  • Oil Temperature: Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying. Test by dropping a small piece of batter into the oil—if it sizzles immediately, the temperature is correct.
  • Make-Ahead Tips: The sauce can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in the fridge. The chicken can be coated and refrigerated up to 4 hours before frying.

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