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Bang Bang Chicken Sliders Recipe

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These Bang Bang Chicken Sliders feature crispy, tender chicken pieces coated in a spicy, tangy, and creamy Bang Bang sauce, served on mini slider buns with fresh lettuce, red onion, and optional pickles and cilantro. Perfect for parties, game days, or a fun family meal, this recipe offers a delicious blend of textures and flavors that are sure to impress.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • Vegetable oil for frying (about 2 cups or as needed)

For the Bang Bang Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

For the Sliders:

  • 12 mini slider buns
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1/2 cup pickles (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, mix buttermilk with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken, submerge completely, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (up to overnight) to tenderize and flavor.
  2. Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce: In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, lime juice, and garlic powder. Stir until smooth and adjust seasoning to taste. Set aside at room temperature.
  3. Fry the Chicken: In a shallow dish, combine flour and panko breadcrumbs. Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off. Dredge chicken pieces in the flour mixture until evenly coated. Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C) in a skillet or deep fryer. Fry chicken in batches for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
  4. Assemble the Sliders: Lightly toast slider buns. Spread a generous amount of Bang Bang sauce on the bottom halves. Top with a few pieces of fried chicken, shredded lettuce, red onion slices, and pickles if using. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired. Cover with top buns.
  5. Serve: Arrange sliders on a platter with extra Bang Bang sauce for dipping. Serve immediately while hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • For a healthier option, bake the coated chicken at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway.
  • You can grill the marinated chicken instead of frying for a smoky flavor.
  • Adjust the sriracha amount in the sauce to control heat level.
  • Add a teaspoon of Dijon mustard to the sauce for extra tanginess.
  • For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with crispy fried tofu or cauliflower.
  • Keep Bang Bang sauce at room temperature before serving to prevent cooling the sliders.

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