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.

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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.

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CuisineAmerican

Ingredients

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Chicken tenders

• 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

• 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 chickenPat the chicken tenders dry and season with salt and pepper. Set out three bowls: flour mixed with garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper; beaten eggs; and panko mixed with Parmesan.
2. Bread the tendersCoat each tender in the seasoned flour, dip in egg, then press into the breadcrumb mixture.
3. Cook the chickenFry in batches over medium heat for about 4–5 minutes per side, or bake on a lined tray at 200°C for about 18–20 minutes, turning halfway and using cooking spray. In either method, check the thickest part reaches 74°C; colour and time alone do not confirm doneness.
4. Make the sauceWhisk the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and optional honey or sugar in a bowl. Taste and adjust the heat.
5. ServeServe the chicken with the sauce for dipping or drizzle the sauce over the tenders. Garnish with green onion or cilantro if desired.

Recipe Notes

The card includes the original chicken-tender serving option as well as the Bang Bang sauce.

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!