Bang Bang Chicken Sliders (Printable Recipe)
Crispy chicken sliders with spicy bang bang sauce and melty mozzarella on soft buns.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Chicken and Breading
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4 thin boneless skinless chicken breasts
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1/4 cup cornstarch
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1 cup buttermilk
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1 large egg
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2 teaspoons hot sauce
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2 cups panko breadcrumbs
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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Vegetable oil for frying
→ Assembly
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12 slider buns
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6 slices mozzarella cheese, halved
→ Bang Bang Sauce
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
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2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
# Steps to Follow:
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Pound chicken breasts to an even 1/2 inch thickness and season both sides with kosher salt.
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Arrange three bowls: one with flour and cornstarch, one with whisked egg, hot sauce, and buttermilk, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
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Dredge chicken in flour mixture, dip into buttermilk mixture, then coat in panko breadcrumbs pressing firmly to adhere.
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Heat a thin layer of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry chicken in batches 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden and crisp. Drain on paper towels.
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Cut fried chicken into slider-sized portions. Place on bottom buns, top with mozzarella, drizzle with bang bang sauce, and finish with top buns.
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Whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha in a small bowl until smooth.
# Extra Tips:
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Avoid overcrowding the skillet to maintain oil temperature and ensure even crisping.
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Pressing breadcrumbs into chicken helps them adhere better and fry more evenly.
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Bringing sauce to room temperature before serving keeps sliders warm and flavorful.