why make this recipe
Bang Bang Chicken is crisp, quick, and full of flavor. It uses simple ingredients you likely have at home. If you want a warm side to go with it, try a bowl of creamy chicken tortilla soup recipe to make the meal round and comforting.
introduction
This recipe gives you crunchy chicken with a sweet and spicy sauce. It cooks fast and looks great on the plate. You can serve it for a weeknight dinner, a snack, or at a small party. It also pairs well with many sides like rice, salad, or the creamy chicken tortilla soup for a fuller meal.
how to make Bang Bang Chicken
Follow a few simple steps and you will have a tasty dish. Coat the chicken in flour, egg, and panko, then fry until golden. Mix a creamy sweet chili sauce and drizzle it on the hot chicken. For a matching starter, consider the creamy chicken tortilla soup page to warm up your guests.
Ingredients :
chicken tenderloins, panko breadcrumbs, flour, eggs, salt, black pepper, oil for frying, mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha or hot sauce
Directions :
- In a bowl, season flour with salt and pepper. In another bowl, beat eggs. In a third bowl, add panko breadcrumbs.
- Dip each chicken tenderloin in the seasoned flour, then in the egg, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Fry the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- For the sauce, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha in a bowl.
- Drizzle the sauce over the fried chicken and serve hot.
how to serve Bang Bang Chicken
Serve the chicken hot so it stays crisp. Cut the tenders into bite-size pieces for sharing. Add a small bowl of extra sauce on the side. A light salad, steamed rice, or the creamy chicken tortilla soup are good pairings to make a full plate.
how to store Bang Bang Chicken
Let the chicken cool to room temperature. Place in an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in an oven or air fryer to keep the crust crispy. Do not leave the fried chicken out at room temperature for more than two hours.
tips to make Bang Bang Chicken
- Dry the chicken with paper towels before coating so the crumbs stick better.
- Press the panko gently onto the chicken to make an even crust.
- Keep the oil at medium heat so the chicken cooks through without burning.
- Make the sauce to taste: add less sriracha to lower the heat.
- For a complete meal idea, see the creamy chicken tortilla soup ideas that pair well with this dish.
variation (if any)
- Bake instead of fry: brush the breaded tenders with oil and bake at 425°F (220°C) until golden.
- Use chicken breasts cut into strips if you do not have tenderloins.
- Add honey to the sauce for extra sweetness or lime juice for bright acidity.
FAQs
Q: Can I bake the chicken instead of frying?
A: Yes. Bake on a greased sheet at high heat (425°F / 220°C) until golden and cooked through, about 15–20 minutes.
Q: How can I make the sauce milder?
A: Use less sriracha or replace it with a mild hot sauce. You can also add a little extra mayonnaise to reduce heat.
Q: Can I use regular breadcrumbs instead of panko?
A: You can, but panko gives a lighter, crunchier crust. Regular breadcrumbs will be denser.
Q: Is this recipe good for kids?
A: Yes. Reduce or remove the sriracha in the sauce to make it kid-friendly.
Bang Bang Chicken
Ingredients
Method
- In a bowl, season flour with salt and pepper.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs.
- In a third bowl, add panko breadcrumbs.
- Dip each chicken tenderloin in the seasoned flour, then in the egg, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha in a bowl.
- Drizzle the sauce over the fried chicken and serve hot.