Chicken Sliders (Print Version)

Ingredients:

01 - 2 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts (cut into slider-sized pieces, for chicken).
02 - 1 cup Buttermilk (for marinade).
03 - 1 tsp Garlic Powder (for marinade).
04 - 1 tsp Onion Powder (for marinade).
05 - 1 tsp Paprika (for marinade).
06 - 1/2 tsp Salt (for marinade).
07 - 1/2 tsp Black Pepper (for marinade).
08 - 1 cup All-Purpose Flour (for dredging).
09 - 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs (for dredging).
10 - Vegetable Oil (for frying).
11 - 1/2 cup Mayonnaise (for Bang Bang sauce).
12 - 1/4 cup Sweet Chili Sauce (for Bang Bang sauce).
13 - 2 tbsp Sriracha Sauce (for Bang Bang sauce).
14 - 1 tbsp Honey (for Bang Bang sauce).
15 - 1 tbsp Lime Juice (for Bang Bang sauce).
16 - 1 tsp Garlic Powder (for Bang Bang sauce).
17 - 12 Mini Slider Buns (for assembly).
18 - 1 cup Shredded Lettuce (for assembly).
19 - 1/2 cup Thinly Sliced Red Onion (for assembly).
20 - 1/2 cup Pickles (optional, for assembly).
21 - Fresh Cilantro (optional, for garnish).

Instructions:

01 - In a bowl, combine buttermilk, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken pieces, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
02 - In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, lime juice, and garlic powder until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed. Set aside.
03 - In a shallow dish, combine flour and panko breadcrumbs. Remove chicken from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off, and dredge in the flour mixture.
04 - Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F. Fry chicken in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
05 - Lightly toast slider buns. Spread Bang Bang sauce on the bottom half of each bun.
06 - Layer with fried chicken, shredded lettuce, red onion, pickles, and cilantro. Drizzle more sauce on top and cover with the top bun.
07 - Arrange sliders on a platter and serve with extra Bang Bang sauce for dipping. Enjoy fresh and warm!.

Notes:

01 - Bang Bang Chicken Sliders feature crispy fried chicken coated in a creamy and spicy Bang Bang sauce.
02 - Perfect for gatherings, game days, or parties, these sliders combine sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors.
03 - Customize with your favorite toppings like pickles or cilantro for an extra kick.