🍗 Bang Bang Chicken Recipe | Crispy, Creamy & Super Easy!

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: low-fat yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Low-fat yogurt reduces calories while maintaining tanginess.

panko breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: whole wheat breadcrumbs

💰Cheaper: regular breadcrumbs

Whole wheat breadcrumbs add fiber without losing crunch.

sweet chili sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade chili sauce

💰Cheaper: ketchup + hot sauce

Homemade options can reduce sugar content.

sriracha

🥗Healthier: hot sauce

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Hot sauce can provide similar heat with less cost.

Prepare the chicken tenders by patting them dry with paper towels.

Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs and buttermilk, and one with panko breadcrumbs mixed with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.

Dip each chicken tender into the flour, shaking off excess.

Coat the floured chicken in the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off.

Finally, dredge the chicken in the panko mixture, pressing gently to adhere.

Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry the chicken tenders in batches, cooking for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.

Remove the chicken from the oil and drain on paper towels.

In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha until smooth to create the sauce.

Serve the chicken tenders hot with the sauce drizzled on top or on the side.

Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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