Bang Bang Chicken

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ingredients

for chicken

500g (1 lb) boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup buttermilk (or milk)
1 egg
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetable oil for frying

For the Bang Bang Sauce:

1/4 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
1 tablespoon rice vinegar (optional for added tang)
1 teaspoon honey (optional, to balance heat)

For Garnish:

Chopped green onions
Sesame seeds (optional)

Details to follow:

First, get the chicken ready by:
In a bowl, combine the buttermilk (or milk) and the egg by whisking them together. After adding the chicken pieces, marinate them for fifteen to thirty minutes so that the chicken can become more soft and flavorful.

2. Form the Coating: In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Repeat with the remaining ingredients. Combine thoroughly.
Once the chicken has been removed from the buttermilk mixture, coat each individual piece in the flour mixture while applying gentle pressure to ensure that the coating is uniform.
3. Fry the Chicken: In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat (about 350 degrees Fahrenheit or 175 degrees Celsius). It is necessary to have sufficient oil to completely submerge the chicken pieces.
It is recommended to fry the chicken in batches, cooking each batch for approximately four to five minutes, or until the exterior is golden brown and crispy. Taking the chicken out of the oil, place it on a tray lined with paper towels and allow it to drain.
4. Prepare the sauce named “Bang Bang”:
Mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, rice vinegar (if using), and honey (if using) should be mixed together in a small bowl using a whisk after being combined. You can adjust the level of heat in the sauce to suit your taste by adding more sriracha or chili sauce.
5. Apply the Coating: After the chicken has been fried, transfer it to a large bowl and apply the coating. Following the pouring of the Bang Bang sauce over the crispy chicken pieces, carefully toss the chicken in order to ensure that it is equally coated with the sauce.
At the time of serving, garnish the dish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
Serve immediately with rice that has been steamed, veggies, or even as an appetizer.
The Bang Bang Chicken is yours to enjoy. This dish is likely to be a favorite thanks to the combination of the crispy chicken and the sauce that is creamy, spicy, and sweet.