Bang Bang Sauce

Here’s a quick and easy recipe for Chicken Tenders with Bang Bang Sauce. This dish is crispy, flavorful, and perfect as an appetizer, snack, or main dish. The sauce is creamy, tangy, spicy, and slightly sweet — the perfect complement to the chicken.

Chicken Tenders

Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450g) chicken tenders

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 2 large eggs

• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp paprika

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Oil for frying (or cooking spray if baking)

Bang Bang Sauce

Ingredients:

• ½ cup mayonnaise

• ¼ cup sweet chili sauce

• 1 tbsp sriracha (adjust for spice level)

• 1 tbsp honey or sugar (optional, for added sweetness)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken Tenders

1. Preheat oil in a frying pan over medium heat (or preheat oven to 400°F/200°C if baking).

2. Pat the chicken tenders dry and season with salt and pepper.

3. Set up a breading station with three bowls:

• Bowl 1: Flour mixed with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

• Bowl 2: Beaten eggs.

• Bowl 3: Panko breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan.

4. Coat each tender in flour, dip in egg, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture. Press lightly to ensure the coating sticks.

2. Cook the Chicken

• Frying Method: Fry the tenders in batches for 4–5 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked. Drain on paper towels.

• Baking Method: Place tenders on a lined baking sheet, spray with cooking spray, and bake for 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.

3. Make the Bang Bang Sauce

1. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey (if using).

2. Taste and adjust the spice level to your liking.

4. Serve

• Arrange the crispy chicken tenders on a plate and drizzle with Bang Bang sauce or serve it on the side for dipping.

• Garnish with chopped green onions or cilantro if desired.

Tips:

• For a healthier option, use an air fryer. Cook the tenders at 400°F (200°C) for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway.

• Double the Bang Bang sauce if you want extra for dipping veggies or fries!

Enjoy your crispy, flavorful chicken tenders with this addictive sauce!