Description
A Bang Bang Chicken Sandwich is the perfect combination of crispy, juicy fried chicken with a creamy, spicy bang bang sauce. With a crunchy texture on the outside and a tender, flavorful chicken interior, this sandwich is a bold and delicious meal perfect for lunch or dinner. Pile on your favorite veggies, and you’re all set for a mouthwatering experience!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat)
- Vegetable oil for frying
For the Bang Bang Sauce:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1–2 tablespoons sriracha (adjust based on your spice preference)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
For Assembling the Sandwich:
- 4 sandwich buns (brioche or potato buns work best)
- Lettuce (shredded or whole leaves)
- Tomato slices
- Pickles (optional)
- Red onion slices (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken:
- In a bowl, combine the buttermilk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Add the chicken breasts, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for best results).
- Make the Bang Bang Sauce:
- In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and rice vinegar. Stir until smooth. Taste and adjust the spice level if needed by adding more sriracha.
- Prepare the Chicken for Frying:
- In a shallow dish, combine the flour, paprika, cayenne pepper, and a pinch of salt.
- Remove the chicken from the buttermilk marinade and dredge each piece in the seasoned flour, pressing down to ensure an even coating.
- Fry the Chicken:
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the chicken for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy, and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove the chicken from the oil and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Assemble the Sandwich:
- Toast the sandwich buns lightly in a pan or on the grill.
- Spread a generous amount of Bang Bang sauce on the bottom half of each bun.
- Place the fried chicken on the bun and top with lettuce, tomato, pickles, and red onions, if desired. Add more Bang Bang sauce on top of the chicken if you like it extra saucy.
- Top with the other half of the bun and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a healthier option, you can bake the chicken at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes instead of frying.
- Adjust the level of spiciness in the Bang Bang sauce by adding more or less sriracha.
- Add your favorite sandwich toppings like avocado or cheese for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg