why make this recipe
Bang Bang Chicken Sliders are a perfect dish for gatherings, game days, or casual weeknight dinners. They combine crispy, flavorful chicken with gooey mozzarella cheese and a spicy sauce, all tucked between soft slider rolls. These sliders are easy to make and sure to please everyone at your table.
how to make Bang Bang Chicken Sliders
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 pounds thin sliced chicken breasts
- Kosher salt
- Fresh black pepper
- Garlic powder
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups Panko bread crumbs
- Vegetable or canola oil for frying
- 12 slices mozzarella cheese
- 12 slider rolls
- Bang Bang Sauce
Directions:
- Season the chicken on both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Set up a breading station: mix flour and cornstarch in one bowl, combine buttermilk, hot sauce, and egg in another bowl, and place breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
- Dredge the seasoned chicken in the flour mixture, then the buttermilk mixture, and finally in the breadcrumbs, pressing to adhere.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook breaded chicken cutlets for 2-3 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Whisk together Bang Bang sauce and set aside.
- Cut chicken cutlets into smaller pieces and assemble on slider buns, topping with mozzarella cheese and drizzling with Bang Bang sauce before serving.
- Keep warm in the oven or reheat as needed.
how to serve Bang Bang Chicken Sliders
Serve these sliders hot with extra Bang Bang sauce on the side for dipping. They are great as appetizers or part of a fun meal with sides like fries or a salad.
how to store Bang Bang Chicken Sliders
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can reheat the sliders in the oven for the best results, keeping them crispy.
tips to make Bang Bang Chicken Sliders
- Make sure to press the breadcrumbs firmly onto the chicken to ensure they stick well while frying.
- Adjust the level of hot sauce in the Bang Bang sauce to suit your heat preference.
- For extra crunch, consider adding shredded lettuce or coleslaw inside the sliders.
variation
You can switch up the cheese by using pepper jack for a spicier kick or switch out the slider rolls for whole wheat or gluten-free options.
FAQs
How can I make the Bang Bang Sauce?
You can make Bang Bang sauce by mixing mayo, sweet chili sauce, and a bit of sriracha for heat.
Can I make these sliders ahead of time?
Yes! You can bread the chicken and make the sauce in advance, then just fry and assemble before serving.
What can I serve with Bang Bang Chicken Sliders?
These sliders pair well with fries, onion rings, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Bang Bang Chicken Sliders
Ingredients
Chicken and Breading
- 1.5 pounds thin sliced chicken breasts Use thinly sliced for quicker cooking.
- to taste Kosher salt
- to taste Fresh black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 cup flour
- 0.25 cup cornstarch
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce Adjust for spiciness.
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups Panko bread crumbs
- as needed Vegetable or canola oil for frying
Assembly
- 12 slices mozzarella cheese
- as needed Bang Bang Sauce Recipe for sauce included in variations.
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the chicken on both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Set up a breading station: mix flour and cornstarch in one bowl, combine buttermilk, hot sauce, and egg in another bowl, and place breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
Breading and Cooking
- Dredge the seasoned chicken in the flour mixture, then dip in the buttermilk mixture, and finally coat in the breadcrumbs, pressing to adhere.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the breaded chicken cutlets for 2-3 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Assembly
- Whisk together Bang Bang sauce and set aside.
- Cut chicken cutlets into smaller pieces and assemble on slider buns, topping with mozzarella cheese and drizzling with Bang Bang sauce before serving.
- Keep warm in the oven or reheat as needed.