Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Sandwich Recipe
A flavorful Bang Bang Chicken Sandwich featuring crispy fried chicken breasts coated in panko breadcrumbs, smothered in a spicy, sweet, and tangy homemade Bang Bang sauce, served on buttery brioche buns with fresh lettuce and tomato slices. Perfect for a satisfying and bold lunch or dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 sandwiches
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Chicken and Breading
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (seasoned with salt and pepper)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola oil)
Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons Sriracha sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Sandwich Assembly
- 4 brioche buns, split
- Fresh lettuce leaves
- Tomato slices
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare bowls: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Set up three shallow bowls for a breading station: one with seasoned flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
- Bread the chicken: Dip each chicken breast into the seasoned flour first, coating evenly. Then dunk it into the beaten eggs, and finally press into the panko breadcrumbs to fully cover the surface. This triple coating ensures a crispy crust.
- Fry the chicken: In a large skillet, heat enough oil over medium-high heat to cover the bottom of the pan. Fry the chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Transfer the cooked chicken to a baking sheet and keep warm in the preheated oven if desired.
- Make the Bang Bang sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, honey, and fresh lime juice until smooth and well combined. This sauce balances spicy, sweet, and tangy flavors perfectly.
- Assemble the sandwich: Spread the Bang Bang sauce on both cut sides of each brioche bun. Layer fresh lettuce leaves and tomato slices on the bottom half of the bun, then place the crispy fried chicken breast on top. Drizzle more Bang Bang sauce over the chicken before closing the sandwiches. Serve immediately for best taste and texture.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, double-dip the chicken in egg and panko before frying.
- You can bake the breaded chicken at 400°F for 20-25 minutes as a healthier alternative to frying.
- Adjust the amount of Sriracha to control the heat level of the sauce.
- Leftover sandwiches can be wrapped and refrigerated for up to 2 days but are best enjoyed fresh.
- Serve with fries or a simple side salad to complete the meal.
