Bang Bang Chicken Bites: Crispy, Creamy & Irresistibly Spicy!

Bang Bang Chicken Bites are the ultimate snack or appetizer—crunchy, juicy chicken bites tossed in a sweet, spicy, and creamy sauce that packs a flavorful punch. Inspired by the popular restaurant favorite, this homemade version is even better and totally addictive!

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

• 1 lb boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-size cubes
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Oil for deep frying

For the Bang Bang Sauce:

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
• 1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
• 1 tsp honey or sugar (optional)

Instructions

1. Marinate chicken in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for extra tenderness).
2. Mix flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
3. Drain the chicken and coat each piece in the flour mixture.
4. Heat oil in a deep pan and fry chicken in batches until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients until smooth.
6. Toss the hot fried chicken bites in the Bang Bang sauce until well coated.
7. Serve immediately with toothpicks or over lettuce for a party platter!

Tips & Serving Ideas

• For extra heat, add more sriracha or crushed red pepper.
• Serve over jasmine rice or in lettuce cups for a full meal.
• Leftover sauce makes a great dip for fries or veggies!

These Bang Bang Chicken Bites are an instant favorite for family dinners, game nights, or whenever you crave something crispy and creamy with a kick. One bite and you’ll know why it’s called “Bang Bang!”

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