1. Can I bake the chicken instead of frying?

Yes! Bake breaded chicken pieces at 425°F on a wire rack over a baking sheet for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway. You can also use an air fryer for extra crispiness.

2. What makes the bang bang sauce “bang”?

It’s the balance of sweet chili sauce and spicy sriracha. You control the heat level, making it as mild or fiery as you like.

3. Can I use pre-cooked chicken or nuggets?

You can, especially for quick prep, but the homemade version delivers superior flavor and texture.

4. How do I make these gluten-free?

Use gluten-free flour, gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed rice cereal, and serve on gluten-free buns.

5. Are these sliders good for kids?

Yes! Just tone down or skip the sriracha in the sauce to keep it kid-friendly while maintaining great flavor.

6. Can I prep these in advance?

Absolutely—marinate the chicken and prepare the sauce ahead. Fry the chicken just before serving for best results.

7. What’s the best oil for frying?

Use a neutral oil with a high smoke point like vegetable, canola, or peanut oil for even frying without overpowering the flavors.

8. Do I need to toast the slider buns?

Toasting is optional but recommended—it adds warmth and structure, helping them hold up against the juicy chicken and creamy sauce.

Bang Bang Chicken Sliders

Description

These sliders are everything you want in a bite-sized sandwich—crispy, juicy chicken topped with a sweet and spicy bang bang sauce, nestled into soft buns. Perfect for parties or a weeknight indulgence.

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 eggs, beaten
1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
Vegetable oil, for frying

For the Sauce:

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
1–2 tbsp sriracha
1 tbsp honey (optional)
Juice of 1/2 lime (optional)

For the Sliders:

10–12 slider buns
Shredded lettuce or cabbage
Pickles or sliced jalapeños (optional)

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Instructions

Marinate chicken in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
Mix flour with seasonings in a shallow bowl. Beat eggs in a second bowl. Add panko to a third bowl.
Dredge marinated chicken in flour, dip in egg, then coat in panko.
Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F. Fry chicken until golden and cooked through. Drain on a wire rack.
Whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice to make the sauce.
Toast slider buns. Assemble with lettuce, fried chicken, and a generous drizzle of bang bang sauce. Add optional toppings.
Serve warm and enjoy.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes