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Bang Bang Chicken Sliders topped with spicy sauce served on a plate

Bang Bang Chicken Sliders

Crispy fried chicken sliders paired with a zesty Bang Bang sauce, perfect for parties or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 sliders
Course: Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Marinade
  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup buttermilk for marinating
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder adds depth
  • 1 teaspoon paprika gives color and mild spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt for seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper boosts flavor
Breading and Frying
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour for dredging
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch
  • Vegetable oil for frying
Bang Bang Sauce
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise base for Bang Bang sauce
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce for sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce adjust for heat
  • 1 tablespoon honey balances spiciness
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice freshens flavors
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder enhances sauce flavor
Toppings and Buns
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce adds crunch
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion for sharpness
  • 1/2 cup pickles optional for tang
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together buttermilk, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Add chicken pieces to the buttermilk mixture and submerge. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, up to overnight.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, lime juice, and garlic powder for the Bang Bang sauce.
  5. Taste the sauce and adjust heat or sweetness as needed.
Breading and Frying
  1. In a shallow dish, mix flour and panko breadcrumbs.
  2. Remove chicken from marinade and dredge each piece in the flour mixture.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Fry the chicken in batches until golden and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  5. Drain fried chicken on paper towels.
Assembly
  1. Lightly toast slider buns.
  2. Spread Bang Bang sauce on the bottom buns.
  3. Top with fried chicken, shredded lettuce, red onion, and pickles if desired.
  4. Garnish with cilantro and cap with the top bun.
  5. Transfer sliders to a serving platter and serve with extra Bang Bang sauce for dipping.

Notes

For best flavor, marinate the chicken for at least 1 hour. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the fridge.