Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
For the Bang Bang Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 2 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken
- Marinate: Place chicken pieces in a bowl with buttermilk. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes for tender, flavorful chicken.
- Prepare the Coating: In a separate bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Coat and Fry
- Coat the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the buttermilk, letting excess drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, pressing to ensure a good coating.
- Heat the Oil: Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the Chicken: Fry the chicken pieces in batches, ensuring they don’t crowd the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Make the Sauce
- Mix Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and rice vinegar until smooth. Adjust spice and sweetness as desired.
Combine and Serve
- Drizzle or Toss: Drizzle the Bang Bang sauce over the crispy chicken or toss to coat evenly.
- Garnish: Sprinkle with chopped green onions or sesame seeds for an extra pop of flavor and color.
- Prep Time: 20 min.
- Cook Time: 20 min.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g