Bang Bang Chicken Sliders
These Bang Bang Chicken Sliders are a quick, crowd-pleasing hot dinner idea featuring crispy chicken tossed in a creamy, spicy-sweet bang bang sauce, all piled onto soft slider buns with fresh toppings. Ready in just 20 minutes, they’re perfect for busy weeknights, parties, or anytime you crave bold, deli-style comfort food at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 8–10 sliders (4–5 servings) 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup cornstarch or all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or avocado oil)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2–3 tablespoons sriracha
- 2 tablespoons honey or sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce (optional)
- 8–10 slider buns or Hawaiian rolls
- 1 cup shredded lettuce (iceberg or romaine)
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced cucumber or pickles (optional)
- Sesame seeds and chopped scallions, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cut chicken into thin, even strips (about 1/2 inch thick) and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a medium bowl, mix cornstarch or flour, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss chicken pieces in the mixture to coat, shaking off excess.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer (work in batches if needed) and cook 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (internal temp 165°F). Set aside on a paper towel-lined plate. For air fryer: spray coated chicken with oil and cook at 400°F for 7–8 minutes, shaking halfway.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, honey or sweet chili sauce, rice vinegar, and soy sauce (if using). Adjust heat and sweetness to taste.
- Toss hot chicken in about half the bang bang sauce. Reserve the rest for drizzling or dipping.
- Slice slider buns or rolls. Optionally butter and toast in a skillet or bake at 350°F for 2–3 minutes until golden.
- Layer shredded lettuce on the bottom half of each bun. Top with saucy chicken, cucumber or pickles (if using), and a drizzle of extra sauce. Garnish with sesame seeds and scallions if desired, then add the top bun.
- Serve immediately. For make-ahead, keep chicken and buns separate until ready to serve.
Notes
Pat chicken dry for crispier coating. Use a thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked through. For gluten-free, use GF buns and cornstarch or GF flour. For dairy-free, use dairy-free mayo. Sauce can be made ahead. Assemble sliders just before serving to prevent sogginess. For extra crunch, double-coat chicken or add slaw mix.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider
- Calories: 220250
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 420
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 26
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 11
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