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Turn ordinary chicken tenderloins into crunchy, golden bites topped with tangy bang bang sauce. This dish delivers perfectly crisp chicken that's juicy inside and slathered with a mouthwatering sauce, giving you three different ways to cook it based on what works for you.
After lots of kitchen trials, I found that the right coating method and heat level make all the difference in how tasty this turns out.
Key Components
Chicken tenderloins guarantee juiciness
Buttermilk helps everything stick
Panko delivers amazing crispiness
Bang bang sauce brings the taste
Right oil heat matters
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Quality ingredients
Cooking Brilliance Steps
Mixture Dipping Soak in flavored buttermilk.
Breadcrumb Layering Cover completely for best texture.
Careful Cooking Work in small groups until browned.
Sauce Mixing Blend bang bang sauce gently.
Final Tossing Mix chicken with sauce.
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Smart Cooking Methods
Make this chicken several different ways:
- Bake at 425°F for 12-15 minutes
- Deep fry for ultimate crispiness
- Air fry at 400°F for 10 minutes
Each technique brings its own magic
They all taste amazing regardless
Tasty Twists
Put your own spin on this chicken with these ideas:
- Create spicier buttermilk mixture
- Experiment with sauce combinations
- Try different breadcrumb options
- Adjust sauce spiciness level
- Add extra seasonings to coating
Keeping It Fresh
Make sure your leftovers stay tasty by:
- Reheating carefully to maintain crispiness
- Freezing up to 6 months
- Refrigerating up to 5 days
- Wrapping in foil
- Cooling completely before storing
Expert Advice
- Store sauce separately
- Save and clarify used oil
- Test internal temperature reaches 165°F
- Don't overcrowd when cooking
- Use thermometer for proper oil temperature
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My adventure with bang bang chicken started as basic fried pieces but grew into crafting the ultimate crispy treat with flexible cooking methods. Just remember, awesome chicken needs good technique and careful temperature watching, letting you make stuff that's better than what you'd get at restaurants.
Recipe FAQs
- → How to tone down heat?
- Use less Sriracha or swap it for a mild sauce.
- → What’s the ideal hot oil temp?
- Keep oil steady at 365°F for the crunchiest bite.
- → Can this be prepped early?
- You can make the sauce a day in advance.
- → How to check if cooked?
- Ensure chicken reaches 165°F internally.
- → Why use buttermilk?
- It makes the chicken extra tender and moist.
Bang Bang Chicken
Crispy fried chicken strips topped with creamy sweet-and-spicy bang bang sauce, made with love in no time.
Ingredients
→ Bang Bang Sauce
→ Chicken Coating
Steps
Stir together the Sriracha, chili sauce, mayo, and honey in a bowl. Put it aside for later.
Combine seasonings with flour, cornstarch, buttermilk, Sriracha, and the egg. Mix well before dipping chicken.
Take chicken out of the wet mix. Press gently into panko to stick.
Warm oil to 365°F. Fry chicken for 2 to 3 minutes each side until the temperature inside is 165°F.
Let chicken rest on napkins to remove grease. Toss with sauce and sprinkle parsley on top.
Notes
- Fry in smaller groups to keep it crisp.
- Keep oil hot for even frying.
- Adjust the spice level in the sauce to your taste.
Required Equipment
- Big skillet
- Thermometer
- Bowls for mixing
- Napkins
Allergen Information
Double-check every ingredient for potential allergens and consult a healthcare professional if unsure.
- Has eggs
- Has wheat
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
This data is for informational purposes only and doesn’t replace medical advice.
- Calories: 1415
- Fat: ~
- Carbs: ~
- Protein: ~