How to Make the Crispiest Bang Bang Chicken Bites

Marinate the Chicken

Season the chicken and soak it in buttermilk for at least 15 minutes to enhance tenderness.

Prepare the Coating

Mix the flour, cornstarch, and baking powder for the ultimate crispy breading.

Bread the Chicken

Dip each piece into egg wash, then coat with the seasoned flour mixture.

Fry to Perfection

Deep-fry the chicken at 350°F until golden brown and crispy.

Make the Bang Bang Sauce

Whisk together mayo, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and seasonings.

Toss & Serve

Coat the crispy chicken in the Bang Bang sauce or serve it on the side as a dip.

Baking Tips

For extra crunch, double-coat the chicken in the flour mixture.

Adjust spice level by increasing or decreasing sriracha and cayenne pepper.

For a healthier version, air-fry the chicken at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway.

Let the chicken rest on a wire rack after frying to keep it crispy.

Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Bites

Name: Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Bites
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Asian-Fusion
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces); 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for extra spice); 1 cup buttermilk; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup cornstarch; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 2 eggs; 2 tablespoons hot sauce; Vegetable oil (for frying); 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish); 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (for garnish); 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional garnish)

Crunchy, golden-brown chicken bites tossed in a creamy, spicy Bang Bang sauce for the perfect balance of heat and sweetness.

Prep Time

15 Minutes

Cook Time

20 Minutes

Total Time

35 Minutes

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Ingredients

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1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for extra spice)

1 cup buttermilk

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup cornstarch

1 teaspoon baking powder

2 eggs

2 tablespoons hot sauce

Vegetable oil (for frying)

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

2 tablespoons chopped green onions (for garnish)

1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional garnish)

Instructions

In a bowl, season chicken pieces with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper.

Pour buttermilk over the chicken, mix well, and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours for extra tenderness).

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, and baking powder.

In another bowl, whisk eggs and mix with hot sauce.

Remove chicken from buttermilk, dip each piece into the egg mixture, then coat with the flour mixture, pressing firmly to adhere.

Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry the chicken in batches for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

Drain on a paper towel-lined plate while preparing the Bang Bang sauce.

In a bowl, whisk together all the Bang Bang sauce ingredients until smooth.

Toss the crispy chicken bites in the sauce or serve it on the side for dipping.

Garnish with chopped parsley, green onions, and sesame seeds before serving!

Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Bites

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