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Spicy Bang Bang Chicken Sandwich

Irresistible Spicy Bang Bang Chicken Sandwich You’ll Love

A delicious and easy-to-make Spicy Bang Bang Chicken Sandwich with crispy chicken, creamy sauce, and fresh veggies, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts Boneless, skinless
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Can substitute with regular milk
For the Coating
  • 1 cup All-purpose Flour Gluten-free options available
  • 1 tablespoon Paprika Adjust to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Use sparingly for less heat
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Optional
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Frying
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil High smoke point recommended
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
  • 0.25 cup Sweet Chili Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust for heat preference
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Freshly squeezed
For the Sandwich Assembly
  • 4 pieces Sandwich Buns Brioche or whole wheat recommended
  • to taste Lettuce Fresh
  • to taste Tomatoes Sliced
  • to taste Cucumbers Sliced
  • to taste Pickles Sliced

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Shallow Dish

Method
 

Marination and Preparation
  1. Marinate the chicken in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes or overnight for best results.
  2. Mix the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, lime juice, and a pinch of salt in a bowl to prepare the Bang Bang sauce.
  3. Combine all-purpose flour, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish for the coating.
Cooking Chicken
  1. Dredge the marinated chicken in the prepared flour mix.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C) and fry the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. Transfer the fried chicken to paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Assembly
  1. Spread Bang Bang sauce on the sandwich buns, add the fried chicken, and top with lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, and pickles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For optimal taste, serve the sandwiches immediately after assembly while the chicken is crispy.

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