Spicy Bang Bang Chicken Sandwich Delight
Brings exciting flavors together in a crispy, savory package perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 large chicken breasts Boneless, skinless
- 1 cup buttermilk For marinating
- 1 cup all-purpose flour For coating
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper Adjust for heat preference
- Salt and pepper To taste
For the Bang Bang Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce Adjust for heat preference
For Assembly
- 4 hamburger buns Toasted
- Leafy lettuce
- Sliced tomatoes
- Sliced pickles
- Green onions, chopped
Instructions
Preparation
- Marinate the chicken by combining the chicken breasts with buttermilk in a bowl, Let soak for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight in the refrigerator.
- In another bowl, mix together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
Cooking
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, coating evenly.
- Carefully place the coated chicken into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Sauce Preparation
- In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha. Mix well.
Assembly
- Spread a generous amount of the bang bang sauce on the bottom half of each toasted bun.
- Place a fried chicken piece onto the bun, followed by lettuce, tomato slices, pickles, and green onions.
- Top with the other half of the bun and serve immediately.
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Notes
For better results, marinate chicken in a zip-top bag for even coverage. Double-dip chicken for an extra crispy texture and toast buns with butter.