Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Sliders (Printable Version)

Crispy fried chicken with sweet-spicy Bang Bang sauce on slider buns, topped with fresh veggies - perfect for any gathering.

# Ingredients:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into slider-sized pieces

→ Marinade

02 - 1 cup buttermilk
03 - 1 tsp garlic powder
04 - 1 tsp onion powder
05 - 1 tsp paprika
06 - 1/2 tsp salt
07 - 1/2 tsp black pepper

→ Breading

08 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
09 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
10 - Vegetable oil for frying

→ Bang Bang Sauce

11 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
12 - 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
13 - 2 tbsp sriracha sauce
14 - 1 tbsp honey
15 - 1 tbsp lime juice
16 - 1 tsp garlic powder

→ Assembly

17 - 12 mini slider buns
18 - 1 cup shredded lettuce
19 - 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
20 - 1/2 cup pickles (optional)
21 - Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

# Steps:

01 - In a bowl, combine buttermilk, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken pieces, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
02 - In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, lime juice, and garlic powder until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed. Set aside.
03 - In a shallow dish, combine flour and panko breadcrumbs. Remove chicken from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off, and dredge in the flour mixture.
04 - Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F. Fry chicken in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
05 - Lightly toast slider buns. Spread Bang Bang sauce on the bottom half of each bun.
06 - Layer with fried chicken, shredded lettuce, red onion, pickles, and cilantro. Drizzle more sauce on top and cover with the top bun.
07 - Arrange sliders on a platter and serve with extra Bang Bang sauce for dipping. Enjoy fresh and warm!

# Notes:

01 - Bang Bang Chicken Sliders feature crispy fried chicken coated in a creamy and spicy Bang Bang sauce.
02 - Perfect for gatherings, game days, or parties, these sliders combine sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors.
03 - Customize with your favorite toppings like pickles or cilantro for an extra kick.