If you're looking for a crowd-pleasing recipe that's packed with bold flavor, these Bang Bang Chicken Sliders are guaranteed to be a hit. Crispy golden chicken, a creamy sweet-and-spicy sauce, and soft slider buns come together to create the ultimate bite-sized sandwich that's perfect for game days, family dinners, or casual gatherings.
What makes these sliders so irresistible is the homemade Bang Bang sauce. It's creamy, slightly sweet, perfectly spicy, and coats every crispy piece of chicken beautifully. Add fresh lettuce, crunchy onions, and tangy pickles, and every bite is loaded with incredible texture and flavor.
Flavor & Texture Highlights
- Extra crispy fried chicken with a juicy center.
- Creamy Bang Bang sauce that's sweet, spicy, and tangy.
- Soft slider buns that perfectly balance the crunchy filling.
- Fresh lettuce and onions add a refreshing crunch.
- Perfect balance of creamy, crispy, and savory flavors.
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- Why You'll Love This Recipe
- What You'll Need to Make This Recipe
- How to Make Bang Bang Chicken Sliders Step by Step
- Expert Tips
- How to Store and Reheat It
- What to Serve With
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Recipe
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Perfect for parties, picnics, and family dinners.
- Crispy chicken stays juicy on the inside.
- The homemade Bang Bang sauce is packed with flavor.
- Easy to customize with your favorite toppings.
- Great for feeding a crowd with minimal effort.
What You'll Need to Make This Recipe
Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are cut into bite-sized pieces, making them the perfect size for sliders. Marinating the chicken in seasoned buttermilk helps keep every piece tender and flavorful.
A coating of all-purpose flour and panko breadcrumbs creates an extra crispy crust that stays crunchy even after being coated with the creamy sauce.
The signature Bang Bang sauce combines mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, lime juice, and garlic powder for a rich, sweet, tangy, and spicy finish that ties everything together.
Soft slider buns, shredded lettuce, sliced red onion, pickles, and fresh cilantro add freshness and texture to complete each sandwich.
The exact ingredient measurements are listed in the recipe card below.
How to Make Bang Bang Chicken Sliders Step by Step
Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken, making sure every piece is coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow the flavors to develop.
Step 2: Make the Bang Bang Sauce
While the chicken marinates, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, lime juice, and garlic powder until smooth and creamy. Refrigerate the sauce until you're ready to assemble the sliders.
Step 3: Bread the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the marinade. Coat each piece first in the flour, then press it into the panko breadcrumbs until evenly coated. This double coating creates a deliciously crispy exterior.
Step 4: Fry Until Crispy
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the breaded chicken in batches until golden brown, crispy, and cooked through. Transfer the cooked chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Step 5: Assemble the Sliders
Spread a generous layer of Bang Bang sauce onto the bottom half of each slider bun. Add a piece of crispy chicken, followed by shredded lettuce, sliced red onion, pickles if using, and fresh cilantro. Finish with the top bun and serve immediately.
Expert Tips
- Marinate the chicken for the full hour for maximum tenderness.
- Fry the chicken in small batches to maintain the oil temperature.
- Use panko breadcrumbs for the crispiest coating.
- Toast the slider buns lightly before assembling for extra flavor.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha if you prefer a milder or spicier sauce.
How to Store and Reheat It
Store leftover fried chicken separately from the buns and toppings in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat the chicken in an oven or air fryer at 375°F until hot and crispy. Assemble the sliders just before serving to keep everything fresh.
What to Serve With
- French fries
- Sweet potato fries
- Coleslaw
- Potato salad
- Corn on the cob
- Fresh fruit salad
- Crispy onion rings
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make the chicken ahead of time?
Yes. Fry the chicken in advance and reheat it in the oven or air fryer before assembling the sliders.
Can I bake the chicken instead of frying?
Absolutely. Bake the breaded chicken at 425°F until golden and cooked through, flipping halfway through the cooking time.
Is the Bang Bang sauce very spicy?
The sauce has a gentle kick, but you can easily reduce or increase the sriracha to match your preferred spice level.
Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
Yes. Boneless, skinless chicken thighs are a great alternative and stay especially juicy after frying.
Bang Bang Chicken Sliders
Prep Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 12 sliders
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil, for frying
For the Bang Bang Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
For the Sliders:
- 12 mini slider buns
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup pickles (optional)
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Mix the buttermilk with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the diced chicken and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, lime juice, and garlic powder until smooth. Refrigerate until needed.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade. Coat each piece with flour, then panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry the chicken in batches until golden brown, crispy, and fully cooked.
- Drain the chicken on paper towels.
- Spread Bang Bang sauce on the bottom half of each slider bun.
- Top with crispy chicken, shredded lettuce, sliced red onion, pickles if desired, and fresh cilantro.
- Place the top bun on each slider and serve immediately.
Notes
- Toast the buns lightly for extra flavor and texture.
- For a lighter version, cook the chicken in an air fryer.
- Extra Bang Bang sauce makes a delicious dip for fries or vegetables.
Final Thoughts
These Bang Bang Chicken Sliders deliver everything you could want in a handheld meal—crispy chicken, a creamy sweet-and-spicy sauce, and fresh toppings tucked inside soft buns. Whether you're serving them at a party, making them for game day, or treating your family to a fun dinner, these flavorful sliders are sure to disappear fast. Once you take the first bite, you'll understand why they're always a crowd favorite.