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Easy Bang Bang Chicken Sliders: A Flavor Explosion in Every Bite

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These Easy Bang Bang Chicken Sliders are a crowd-pleasing appetizer or meal, perfect for parties or weeknight dinners. Crispy, tender chicken is coated in a crunchy breading and drizzled with a sweet and spicy Bang Bang sauce. It’s a flavor explosion in every bite! This easy recipe is ideal for beginner cooks, requiring minimal prep and delivering maximum flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 2–3 chicken breasts or chicken tenders
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
  • 1–2 tbsp sriracha
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • Slider buns
  • Lettuce, pickles, and other toppings (optional)
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken:

  1. Slice the Chicken (if using breasts): If using chicken breasts, slice them into smaller pieces to fit the slider buns. You want them to be about ½-inch thick so they cook evenly.

  2. Season the Chicken: Season the chicken with salt and pepper. This simple step enhances the flavor of the chicken.

  3. Dredge in Flour: Dredge each piece of chicken in the all-purpose flour, ensuring it’s evenly coated. Shake off any excess flour. This creates a base for the egg to adhere to.

  4. Dip in Egg: Dip each piece of chicken in the beaten egg, making sure it’s fully coated. The egg acts as a glue for the breadcrumbs.

  5. Coat with Panko: Coat each piece of chicken with the panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to ensure they stick. The panko breadcrumbs provide a crispy coating.

Fry the Chicken:

  1. Heat the Oil: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. You want the oil to be hot enough for frying, but not smoking. A good way to test is to drop a panko crumb in; it should sizzle immediately.

  2. Fry the Chicken: Fry the breaded chicken pieces for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy. Don’t overcrowd the pan, as this will lower the oil temperature and prevent the chicken from crisping up.

  3. Drain Excess Oil: Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. This helps to keep the sliders from becoming soggy.

Make the Bang Bang Sauce:

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and rice vinegar.

  2. Mix Well: Stir until smooth and creamy. Adjust the amount of sriracha depending on your preferred spice level. You can also add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.

Assemble the Sliders:

  1. Prepare the Buns: Place the bottom halves of the slider buns on a serving platter.

  2. Add Toppings: Place a small piece of lettuce and a slice of pickle (or other desired toppings) on the bottom of each slider bun.

  3. Add Chicken: Add a crispy piece of chicken to each bun.

  4. Drizzle with Sauce: Drizzle generously with the Bang Bang sauce.

  5. Top and Serve: Top with the other half of the bun and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Don’t overcrowd the pan when frying.
  • Adjust sriracha to your spice level.
  • Get creative with toppings.
  • Make the sauce ahead of time.

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