Mini Bang Bang Chicken Sliders
These mini Spicy Bang Bang Chicken Sliders are made with crispy bite‑sized chicken, soft slider buns, and a creamy, sweet‑spicy Bang Bang sauce, perfect for parties, game day, or family snacking.
Ingredients
For the Crispy Chicken
- 500 g boneless chicken breast or thighs cut into slider‑size pieces
- 1 cup buttermilk or milk with a squeeze of lemon
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup all‑purpose flour
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- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil for shallow frying or air frying
For the Bang Bang Sauce (Spicy)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 –2 tablespoons Sriracha adjust to taste
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
For the Sliders
- 12 mini slider buns lightly toasted
- 1 cup shredded lettuce or coleslaw mix
- 1/4 red onion thinly sliced (optional)
- Pickles or fresh cilantro optional toppings
- 2 –3 green onions sliced, for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix buttermilk, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper, then add the chicken pieces and marinate for at least 20 minutes (or up to overnight for more flavor).
- In a shallow dish, combine flour and panko breadcrumbs. Remove chicken from the marinade, let excess drip off, and coat each piece in the flour–breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat oil in a skillet to about 175°C (350°F). Fry chicken in batches for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden, crispy, and cooked through, then drain on paper towels. (You can also air fry according to your appliance instructions.)
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, honey, lime juice, and garlic powder until smooth and creamy. Adjust sweetness or heat to taste.
- Lightly toast the slider buns. Spread a layer of Bang Bang sauce on the bottom bun of each slider.
- Place a piece of crispy chicken on each bun, top with shredded lettuce, red onion, and any optional toppings, then drizzle with more Bang Bang sauce and finish with the top bun.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and serve immediately while the chicken is hot and crispy.
Notes
Nutritional Benefits (per mini slider, approximate)
- Protein: Chicken provides lean protein to support muscle repair and keep you feeling full.
- Healthy fats: The sauce and frying oil add fats, and you can lighten it by air frying and using light mayonnaise.
- Vitamins and fiber: Lettuce, onions, and optional veggies add fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants to balance the richness.
- Portion control: Mini slider size makes it easier to manage portions compared with full‑size burgers.
These mini Spicy Bang Bang Chicken Sliders are made with crispy bite‑sized chicken, soft slider buns, and a creamy, sweet‑spicy Bang Bang sauce, perfect for parties, game day, or family snacking.
