– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
– 1 cup cornstarch
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 2 large eggs
– 1 cup buttermilk
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon pepper
– 1 tablespoon garlic powder
– 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
– Vegetable oil (for frying)
To create Bang Bang Chicken, follow these easy steps:
1. Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
2. Mix Coatings: In a bowl, combine cornstarch, flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
3. Prepare Egg Mixture: In another bowl, whisk the eggs and buttermilk together until blended.
4. Dredge Chicken: Dip each piece of chicken into the egg mixture, then coat it well with the flour mixture.
5. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
6. Fry Chicken: Cook the chicken in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
7. Make Bang Bang Sauce: In a bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, lime juice, and garlic powder.
8. Coat Chicken: Once the chicken is cooked and drained, toss it in the prepared Bang Bang sauce until evenly coated.
9. Garnish (Optional): Top with chopped green onions or sesame seeds for added flavor and presentation.
With these steps, you’ll create an incredible Bang Bang Chicken that everyone will love.