Get ready to spice up your taco night with these Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Tacos! Packed with tender fried chicken, a creamy sweet-and-spicy bang bang sauce, and fresh toppings, this easy weeknight dinner is sure to be a crowd favorite. Perfect for fans of spicy chicken, flavorful street tacos, and homemade comfort food!
Ingredients:
For the Crispy Fried Chicken:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized chunks
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup panko breadcrumbs (for extra crunch)
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
Vegetable oil (for deep frying)
For the Homemade Bang Bang Sauce:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
1 tbsp Sriracha (adjust for desired heat)
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp rice vinegar or fresh lime juice
For Assembly:
6 small flour tortillas, lightly toasted or warmed
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup shredded lettuce or cabbage (adds a refreshing crunch)
Lime wedges for serving
Instructions:
Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
Soak the chicken pieces in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours) to tenderize and add flavor.
Step 2: Prepare the Coating
In a bowl, mix together the flour, panko breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Step 3: Fry the Chicken
Heat vegetable oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C). Remove chicken from buttermilk, coat in the flour-panko mixture, and fry in batches until golden brown and crispy (about 3–4 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels.
Step 4: Make the Bang Bang Sauce
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, honey, and rice vinegar or lime juice. Stir until smooth and creamy.
Step 5: Assemble the Tacos
Fill each tortilla with crispy chicken, drizzle with bang bang sauce, and top with fresh cilantro and shredded lettuce or cabbage.
Step 6: Serve
Serve warm with lime wedges on the side for a zesty, fresh finish.
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