Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Irresistible Flavor Boost

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 2 cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 2 black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
• 1 2 mayonnaise
• 1 4 sweet chili sauce
• 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 green onions, finely chopped (for garnish)
• Sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, place the chicken thighs and pour in the buttermilk. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to overnight).
2. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, and salt. Whisk until well combined.
3. In a large skillet or deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until a small amount of breading dropped into the oil sizzles immediately.
4. Remove the chicken from the buttermilk, shaking off any excess. Dredge each piece of chicken in the flour mixture, ensuring it is well coated.
5. Carefully place the breaded chicken thighs into the hot oil. Cook in batches for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey until smooth. Adjust the sriracha to your preferred spice level.
7. Toss the crispy chicken pieces in the bang bang sauce until well coated or drizzle the sauce over the chicken on a serving plate.
8. Sprinkle chopped green onions and sesame seeds over the chicken before serving.