Description
Succulent bang bang chicken sliders combine spicy, creamy sauce with crispy chicken nestled in pillowy buns. Crisp, tangy flavors and textural contrasts make these sliders an irresistible crowd-pleaser you’ll crave at every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 lbs (907 grams) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Breading and Seasoning:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Marinating and Liquid Ingredients:
- 1 cup buttermilk
- Vegetable oil for frying
Sauce Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Slider Assembly:
- 12 mini slider buns
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup pickles
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by cutting into small, slider-sized pieces that will easily fit between buns.
- Create a zesty marinade by whisking buttermilk with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Completely immerse chicken pieces in the mixture and refrigerate for minimum 1 hour to enhance flavor absorption.
- Craft the signature Bang Bang sauce by blending mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, lime juice, and garlic powder until achieving a smooth, vibrant consistency.
- Develop a crispy coating by mixing flour and panko breadcrumbs in a shallow dish. Remove chicken from marinade, thoroughly coat each piece in the flour mixture, ensuring complete coverage.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet to 350°F, creating the perfect frying environment. Carefully fry chicken pieces in small batches, cooking 3-4 minutes per side until achieving a golden, crispy exterior.
- Drain fried chicken on paper towels to remove excess oil and maintain crispiness.
- Prepare slider buns by lightly toasting to add texture and warmth.
- Assemble sliders by spreading Bang Bang sauce on bottom bun, layering crispy chicken pieces, then topping with shredded lettuce, thinly sliced red onion, and tangy pickles.
- Optional: Garnish with fresh cilantro for an additional flavor burst.
- Serve immediately with extra Bang Bang sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
- Marinate chicken overnight for deeper, more intense flavor infusion.
- Use buttermilk for incredibly tender and juicy chicken that stays moist during frying.
- Control oil temperature precisely to achieve crispy exterior without burning breading.
- Customize spice levels by adjusting sriracha and chili sauce quantities in Bang Bang sauce.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg