Bang Bang Chicken Spicy Chicken Bites

 

Recipe: Crispy Spicy Chicken Bites (Inspired by Bang Bang Chicken)

Ingredients

• For the Chicken:

  • 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into small bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup buttermilk (or substitute with regular milk + 1 tsp vinegar, let sit for 5 minutes)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Vegetable oil, for frying

• For the Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1-2 tbsp sriracha or hot sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar (optional, for extra tang)

• For Garnishing:

• Chopped green onions
• Sesame seeds

Instructions

1. Marinate the Chicken:

   • Place the chicken pieces in a bowl and cover with buttermilk. Let marinate for 20-30 minutes to make the chicken tender and flavorful.

2. Prepare the Coating and Fry:

   • In a shallow bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
   • Heat oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
   • Remove chicken pieces from buttermilk, letting the excess drip off, and dredge them in the flour mixture. Coat each piece well, pressing lightly to make the coating stick.
   • Carefully drop the coated chicken pieces into the hot oil in batches. Fry each batch for about 4-5 minutes, or until golden and crispy. Transfer fried chicken to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb extra oil.

3. Make the Sauce:

   • In a separate bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and rice vinegar until smooth. Adjust the sriracha for desired heat.

4. Assemble and Serve:

   • Place the fried chicken pieces in a large bowl and pour the sauce over them. Gently toss until all the pieces are evenly coated in sauce.
   • Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

5. Enjoy!

   • Serve immediately for the best flavor and crunch! Perfect as an appetizer or snack.