Bang Bang Chicken Sliders

Name: Chicken Sliders
Prep time: 80 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 100 min
Cuisine: American-Asian Fusion
Ingredients: 2 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts (cut into slider-sized pieces, for chicken).; 1 cup Buttermilk (for marinade).; 1 tsp Garlic Powder (for marinade).; 1 tsp Onion Powder (for marinade).; 1 tsp Paprika (for marinade).; 1/2 tsp Salt (for marinade).; 1/2 tsp Black Pepper (for marinade).; 1 cup All-Purpose Flour (for dredging).; 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs (for dredging).; Vegetable Oil (for frying).; 1/2 cup Mayonnaise (for Bang Bang sauce).; 1/4 cup Sweet Chili Sauce (for Bang Bang sauce).; 2 tbsp Sriracha Sauce (for Bang Bang sauce).; 1 tbsp Honey (for Bang Bang sauce).; 1 tbsp Lime Juice (for Bang Bang sauce).; 1 tsp Garlic Powder (for Bang Bang sauce).; 12 Mini Slider Buns (for assembly).; 1 cup Shredded Lettuce (for assembly).; 1/2 cup Thinly Sliced Red Onion (for assembly).; 1/2 cup Pickles (optional, for assembly).; Fresh Cilantro (optional, for garnish).

By Clare Greco

Updated on 21 November 2024

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Bang Bang Chicken Sliders are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any gathering. Featuring crispy fried chicken pieces coated in a creamy, spicy Bang Bang sauce, these sliders are served on mini buns with fresh lettuce, onion, and optional pickles or cilantro for extra flavor. The combination of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors makes them an irresistible appetizer or snack. Serve fresh and warm, with extra Bang Bang sauce on the side for dipping.

Bang Bang Chicken Sliders are a mouthwatering combination of crispy fried chicken, creamy Bang Bang sauce, and fresh toppings served on soft slider buns. These sliders bring together sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors, making them a hit at parties, game days, or family gatherings.

INGREDIENTS

Chicken: 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into slider-sized pieces
Buttermilk: 1 cup, for tenderizing the chicken
Spices: Garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper, for seasoning
Flour and Panko: 1 cup each, for a crispy coating
Vegetable Oil: For frying
Bang Bang Sauce: A mix of mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, lime juice, and garlic powder
Slider Buns: 12 mini buns, toasted
Toppings: Shredded lettuce, thinly sliced red onion, pickles, and fresh cilantro (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1:: 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.
Step 2:: Prepare the Bang Bang sauce by mixing mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, lime juice, and garlic powder in a bowl until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed. Set aside.
Step 3:: Combine flour and panko breadcrumbs in a shallow dish. Remove chicken from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off, and dredge in the flour mixture until well-coated.
Step 4:: Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F. Fry the chicken in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Drain on paper towels.
Step 5:: Lightly toast the slider buns. Spread a generous layer of Bang Bang sauce on the bottom half of each bun.
Step 6:: Assemble each slider by layering fried chicken, shredded lettuce, sliced red onion, pickles, and fresh cilantro (if using). Drizzle additional Bang Bang sauce on top, then cover with the top bun.
Step 7:: Arrange sliders on a platter and serve immediately with extra Bang Bang sauce for dipping. Enjoy!

Serving and Storage Tips

Serve the sliders fresh and warm for the best taste and texture.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat chicken in an oven or air fryer to restore crispiness before assembling.

Helpful Notes

Customize the heat level of the Bang Bang sauce by adjusting the amount of sriracha to taste.
For a lighter option, bake the chicken pieces at 400°F for 20-25 minutes instead of frying.

Tips from Well-Known Chefs

Chef Mia recommends adding a pinch of smoked paprika to the flour mixture for extra flavor.
Chef Jordan suggests serving these sliders with a side of sweet potato fries for a complete meal.

Chicken Sliders

Crispy chicken sliders with a creamy and spicy Bang Bang sauce, served on mini buns with fresh toppings. Perfect for gatherings!

Prep Time

80 Minutes

Cook Time

20 Minutes

Total Time

100 Minutes

By: Clare Greco

Category: Tasty Bites

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American-Asian Fusion

Yield: 12 Servings (12 Chicken Sliders)

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

Step 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.

Step 02

In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, lime juice, and garlic powder until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed. Set aside.

Step 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.

Step 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.

Step 05

Lightly toast slider buns. Spread Bang Bang sauce on the bottom half of each bun.

Step 06

Layer with fried chicken, shredded lettuce, red onion, pickles, and cilantro. Drizzle more sauce on top and cover with the top bun.

Step 07

Arrange sliders on a platter and serve with extra Bang Bang sauce for dipping. Enjoy fresh and warm!.

Notes

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