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Bang Bang Chicken
Instructions
1
To make the sauce, whisk together all of the sauce ingredients in a small bowl; set aside.
2
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
3
Season the chicken with house seasoning.
4
In a large bowl, whisk together buttermilk, flour, cornstarch, egg, Sriracha and house seasoning.
5
Pour Panko into a shallow dish (such as a pie plate).
6
Working one at a time, dip chicken into buttermilk mixture, then coat in Panko, pressing the crumbs to the chicken.
7
Working in batches, add chicken to the skillet being careful not to crowd the pan.
8
Cook for 2-3 minutes or until golden and crispy and internal temperature is 165 degrees.
9
Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
10
Serve immediately, drizzled with sweet chili sauce.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Pound Your Chicken Evenly 🔨Pound chicken breasts to uniform ¾-inch thickness to ensure even cooking and prevent dry edges while keeping the center tender and juicy.
- Double-Dredge for Maximum Crispiness ✨Dip breaded chicken back into buttermilk, then coat again with the panko mixture to create an extra-crispy, golden exterior that stays crunchy even after sauce is applied.
- Make Sauce While Chicken Rests 🥄Let fried chicken rest for 3-5 minutes after cooking, then warm your bang bang sauce separately so it adheres better and the chicken stays crispy when combined.
- Balance Your Bang Bang Sauce 🌶️Taste and adjust the sriracha-to-mayo ratio gradually—start with equal parts and increase sriracha by small amounts until you achieve your preferred heat level without overpowering the sweetness.
- Oil Temperature Is Critical 🌡️Maintain oil at exactly 350°F using a thermometer; too hot browns outside before cooking inside, too cool makes greasy chicken that absorbs excess oil.
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