Festive Bang Bang Chicken Sliders Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds thin sliced chicken breasts
• Kosher salt, Fresh black pepper, and garlic powder for seasoning
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce
• 1 large egg
• 2 cups Panko bread crumbs (or more as needed)
• Vegetable or canola oil for frying
• 12 slices mozzarella cheese
• 12 slider rolls
• Bang Bang Sauce (approximately 1 cup)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Chicken: Season the thin-sliced chicken breasts evenly with kosher salt, fresh black pepper, and garlic powder. This layering of flavors will enhance the overall taste of the fried chicken.

2. 2

   Make the Breading Station: Set up three shallow bowls: one with the flour and cornstarch mixture, one with buttermilk, hot sauce, and a beaten egg combined, and one with Panko bread crumbs. This tripartite station ensures a crispy coating for the chicken.

3. 3

   Bread the Chicken: Dip each piece of seasoned chicken first into the flour-cornstarch mix, shake off excess, then immerse in the buttermilk-hot sauce-egg mixture, and finally coat thoroughly with the Panko bread crumbs. Repeat for all chicken pieces.

4. 4

   Heat the Oil: Pour vegetable or canola oil into a deep skillet or frying pan to a depth of about 1 inch. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C), which is perfect for frying crispy chicken without absorbing excess oil.

5. 5

   Fry the Chicken: Carefully place the breaded chicken pieces into the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 3-4 minutes per side or until the coating is golden brown and the chicken is cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove and drain on paper towels.

6. 6

   Assemble the Sliders: Place a slice of mozzarella cheese on each fried chicken piece while still warm, allowing it to melt slightly. Spread a generous amount of Bang Bang sauce on the slider rolls, then layer with the cheesy chicken breasts. Cover with the top slider bun.

7. 7

   Serve: Arrange the assembled sliders on a serving platter and serve immediately while warm and crispy for the best taste experience.