Description
Sichuan-inspired Bang Bang Chicken Sliders deliver a spicy, tangy flavor explosion between mini buns. Crispy chicken, zesty sauce, and quick assembly make these sliders a crowd-pleasing party favorite you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1.5 pounds thin sliced chicken breasts
- 12 slices mozzarella cheese
Dry Ingredients:
- 0.5 cup flour
- 0.25 cup cornstarch
- 2 cups panko bread crumbs
- Kosher salt
- Fresh black pepper
- Garlic powder
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- 1 large egg
- Vegetable or canola oil for frying
- Bang bang sauce
Instructions
- Generously coat chicken pieces with a blend of salt, black pepper, and granulated garlic on both surfaces, ensuring even seasoning.
- Create three distinct coating stations: first bowl combines all-purpose flour and cornstarch, second bowl mixes buttermilk, hot sauce, and beaten egg, third bowl contains seasoned bread crumbs.
- Carefully dip each seasoned chicken piece first into flour mixture, gently shaking off excess powder, then immerse in buttermilk blend, allowing surplus liquid to drip away.
- Roll the moistened chicken into bread crumbs, firmly pressing crumbs to achieve a uniform, crispy exterior coating.
- Arrange breaded chicken pieces on a clean plate, maintaining space between each piece.
- Heat a heavy-bottomed skillet with a thin layer of vegetable oil over medium temperature, approximately 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully place breaded chicken into hot oil, working in multiple batches to prevent overcrowding and maintain consistent cooking temperature.
- Fry chicken pieces for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), adding supplemental oil between batches as needed.
- Transfer cooked chicken to a wire rack or paper towel-lined surface to drain excess oil and maintain crispiness.
- Whisk bang bang sauce ingredients in a small mixing bowl until smooth and well combined.
- Slice chicken into slider-appropriate portions and arrange on soft hamburger buns.
- Top each slider with a melting slice of mozzarella cheese while chicken remains warm.
- Generously drizzle prepared bang bang sauce over chicken, garnish optionally, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Precise breading technique creates a crispy, golden-brown exterior that locks in juicy chicken flavor.
- Maintain consistent oil temperature between 350-375°F for perfectly fried chicken without greasiness.
- Bang bang sauce adds a creamy, spicy kick that elevates the slider from ordinary to extraordinary.
- Use fresh, soft slider buns to complement the crunchy chicken and prevent soggy texture.
- Multiple batching prevents overcrowding, ensuring each piece gets evenly crisp and golden.
- Serve immediately after assembly to enjoy maximum crunch and warmth of the freshly fried chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg