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Crispy Tangy Bang Bang Chicken Recipe

Crispy Tangy Bang Bang Chicken Recipe You’ll Crave Again!

Experience the joy of Crispy Tangy Bang Bang Chicken, an irresistible dish with bold flavors and textures that will transform your dinner.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Appetizers
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Deep skillet or fryer
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Thermometer

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts Cut into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Acts as a tenderizing marinade.

For the Coating

  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Feel free to use gluten-free flour.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Optional or swap with fresh onion.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Consider smoked paprika for flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to your preference.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Optional for extra heat.
  • Oil for Frying Vegetable or canola oil recommended.

For the Bang Bang Sauce

  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Use light mayo for lower calories.
  • 1/4 cup Sweet Chili Sauce Brings sweetness and zest.
  • 1-2 tablespoons Sriracha Adjust according to heat tolerance.
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Can substitute with other vinegar.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Optional based on sweetness preference.

Instructions
 

How to Make Crispy Tangy Bang Bang Chicken

  • Marinate Chicken: Soak chicken pieces in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
  • Prepare Coating: Combine all-purpose flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  • Coat Chicken: Dredge marinated chicken in flour mixture, shaking off excess.
  • Heat Oil: Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) for frying.
  • Fry Chicken: Fry chicken pieces for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
  • Prepare Sauce: Mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, rice vinegar, and honey until smooth.
  • Toss Chicken in Sauce: Gently toss fried chicken with Bang Bang sauce.
  • Serve: Serve warm, garnished with optional toppings.

Notes

For best results, marinate chicken overnight and adjust spice levels to personal preference.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Appetizer Recipe, Bang Bang Chicken, Chicken Recipe, Crispy Chicken, Crispy Tangy Bang Bang Chicken, Quick Dinner
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