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Bang Bang Chicken Sliders

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Bang Bang Chicken Sliders feature crispy chicken tossed in a creamy, spicy-sweet Bang Bang sauce, served on soft slider buns with crunchy slaw. This easy 20-minute dinner is packed with flavor, family-friendly, and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend)
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (or regular breadcrumbs)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Cooking oil for frying (canola, vegetable, or avocado oil)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1–2 tbsp Sriracha (to taste)
  • 1 tbsp honey (optional)
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar or fresh lime juice
  • 12 slider buns (brioche, potato, or Hawaiian rolls)
  • 2 cups coleslaw mix or shredded cabbage
  • 2–3 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Optional: thinly sliced cucumbers or pickles, cilantro, or sesame seeds for topping

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces (about 1-inch cubes) and pat dry with paper towels. Season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
  2. Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Dredge each piece of chicken in flour (shake off excess), dip in egg, then coat thoroughly in panko. Place coated chicken on a plate.
  4. To bake: Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment and place a wire rack on top. Arrange chicken on rack, spray lightly with oil, and bake 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and cooked through (internal temp 165°F).
  5. To fry: Heat 1/2 inch oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering (350°F). Fry chicken in batches 2–3 minutes per side, until golden and crisp. Drain on paper towels.
  6. In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, honey, and rice vinegar or lime juice. Taste and adjust spice or sweetness as desired.
  7. Add cooked chicken to a large bowl. Pour half the Bang Bang sauce over and toss until well coated. Reserve some sauce for drizzling.
  8. Split slider buns. Place a handful of coleslaw mix or shredded cabbage on the bottom half of each bun. Top with warm, saucy chicken pieces. Drizzle with extra sauce. Sprinkle with green onions and any optional toppings.
  9. Press on the top bun and serve immediately while hot and crispy.

Notes

For extra crunch, toast panko before breading. Space chicken pieces apart when baking or frying to keep them crispy. Adjust Sriracha in the sauce to control spice level. Use gluten-free flour and panko for a gluten-free version. For dairy-free, use dairy-free mayo and buns. Chicken, sauce, and buns can be prepped ahead and assembled just before serving for best texture.

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