Description
Sizzling bang bang chicken bites deliver a spicy Korean-inspired flavor explosion that dance across taste buds. Crispy exterior and zesty sauce create an irresistible snack you cannot resist devouring in one delightful sitting.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 1 pound (1 lb) boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
Coating Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil, for frying
Sauce Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
Instructions
- Prepare a trio of shallow dishes: blend flour, cornstarch, salt, and pepper in the first; whisk buttermilk and egg in the second; pour panko breadcrumbs into the third.
- Transform each chicken piece by methodically coating: first dredge in seasoned flour mixture, then immerse in buttermilk-egg blend, finally roll thoroughly in panko breadcrumbs.
- Ignite a large skillet with vegetable oil over medium heat, reaching approximately 350°F.
- Carefully deposit breaded chicken pieces into hot oil, maintaining strategic spacing to prevent overcrowding.
- Fry chicken segments for 4-5 minutes, rotating periodically to ensure uniform golden-brown crispiness and complete internal cooking.
- Extract crispy chicken morsels using a slotted spoon, transferring to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
- Craft a vibrant sauce by whisking mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and rice vinegar until smoothly integrated.
- Generously coat warm chicken pieces with prepared sauce, ensuring comprehensive and even distribution.
- Present immediately alongside complementary dipping sauces or preferred accompaniments for maximum gustatory enjoyment.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F internally for safe consumption.
- Pat chicken pieces dry before coating to help breading adhere better and create extra crispiness.
- For gluten-free version, swap regular flour with almond flour or gluten-free all-purpose blend.
- Let chicken rest after frying to maintain crunchiness and prevent soggy breading.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 465
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 470 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg