Spicy Bang Bang Chicken Mini Sandwiches

These spicy Bang Bang chicken mini sandwiches are crisp, juicy, and packed with bold flavour in every bite. Tender chicken is coated in a light, crunchy crumb, baked until golden, then finished with a creamy, sweet and spicy sauce. This is an easy, fuss-free recipe that feels special without being complicated. From start to finish, you can have them on the table in about 40 minutes.

Ingredients

For the chicken

• 2 large chicken breasts, cut into mini fillets
• 60g plain flour
• 2 large eggs
• 80g panko breadcrumbs
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Bang Bang sauce

• 120g mayonnaise
• 2 tbsp sweet chilli sauce
• 1 tbsp sriracha sauce, adjust to taste
• 1 tsp honey
• 1 tsp rice vinegar or lemon juice

For assembling

• 8 mini brioche buns or slider rolls
• Shredded lettuce
• Sliced cucumber or pickles

How to Make Spicy Bang Bang Chicken Mini Sandwiches

• Prepare the oven: Preheat the oven to 200°C or 180°C fan. Line a baking tray with baking parchment and lightly brush with olive oil so the chicken crisps evenly.
• Coat the chicken: Place the flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and breadcrumbs mixed with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a third. Dip each chicken piece into flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs, pressing gently to coat.
• Bake the chicken: Arrange the chicken on the prepared tray. Drizzle lightly with olive oil and bake for 18 to 22 minutes, turning once, until golden, crisp, and cooked through.
• Make the sauce: While the chicken bakes, stir together the mayonnaise, sweet chilli sauce, sriracha, honey, and vinegar until smooth and glossy.
• Cool slightly: Remove the chicken from the oven and rest for 5 minutes. This keeps the coating crisp and the meat juicy.
• Assemble the sandwiches: Split the mini buns and lightly toast if you like. Spread Bang Bang sauce on the base, add lettuce, chicken, and cucumber, then finish with a little extra sauce before topping with the bun.

Tips

How do I keep the chicken crispy?

A light drizzle of oil before baking helps the breadcrumbs turn golden and crunchy. Let the chicken rest briefly before assembling so steam does not soften the coating.

Can I make these less spicy?

Reduce the sriracha and add a little extra sweet chilli sauce or mayonnaise to mellow the heat.

What if I do not have panko breadcrumbs?

Standard breadcrumbs work well, though the coating will be slightly finer and less crunchy.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with oven fries or sweet potato wedges
• Add a simple coleslaw on the side
• Pair with corn on the cob for a casual spread

Storage

Room temperature

These sandwiches are best eaten fresh and should not be kept at room temperature for more than 2 hours.

Refrigerator

Store leftover chicken in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven to restore crispness.

Freezing

The cooked chicken can be frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat from frozen in a hot oven until piping hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 38g
• Protein: 26g
• Fat: 18g
• Saturated fat: 4g
• Sodium: 720mg

Nutrition values are estimates and may vary depending on ingredients used.

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