Description

These Bang Bang Chicken Sliders feature crispy fried chicken coated in a spicy, tangy, and creamy Bang Bang sauce, served on mini slider buns with fresh lettuce, red onion, and optional pickles and cilantro. Perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or fun family meal, these sliders combine bold flavors and satisfying textures, making them ideal for parties, game days, or casual dinners.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Chicken:

2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Vegetable oil for frying (about 1 inch deep)

For the Bang Bang Sauce:

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
2 tablespoons sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon garlic powder

For the Sliders:

12 mini slider buns
1 cup shredded lettuce
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/2 cup pickles (optional)
Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Marinate the Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into small, bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken to the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight to tenderize and flavor.
Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce: In a medium bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, lime juice, and garlic powder until smooth. Taste and adjust heat or sweetness as desired. Set sauce aside.
Coat the Chicken: In a shallow dish, mix flour and panko breadcrumbs. Remove chicken pieces from marinade, letting excess drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, ensuring even coating.
Fry the Chicken: Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C). Fry chicken in batches without overcrowding, cooking each side for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer fried chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Assemble the Sliders: Lightly toast slider buns on a griddle or toaster. Spread a generous amount of Bang Bang sauce on the bottom half of each bun, add a few pieces of fried chicken, then top with shredded lettuce, sliced red onion, pickles if using, and fresh cilantro. Cover with the top bun half.
Serve: Arrange sliders on a platter and serve immediately with extra Bang Bang sauce on the side for dipping. Enjoy while warm for best flavor and texture.

Notes

For a healthier alternative, bake coated chicken pieces at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Try grilling the marinated chicken instead of frying for a smoky flavor.
Adjust the sriracha in the sauce to control spiciness.
Add a teaspoon of Dijon mustard to the sauce for a tangier twist.
Substitute crispy fried tofu or cauliflower for chicken to make a vegetarian version.
To keep fried chicken warm before serving, place in a 325°F oven for up to one hour.
Bring Bang Bang sauce to room temperature before serving to avoid cooling the sliders.

Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Bang Bang Chicken, Chicken Sliders, Fried Chicken Sliders, Spicy Chicken Sliders, Party Appetizers, Game Day Food, Mini Sandwiches