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Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Tacos with Slaw

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Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Tacos with Slaw are bold, spicy, and crunchy street-style tacos packed with crispy fried chicken, sweet and spicy bang bang sauce, and a tangy cabbage slaw—all wrapped in warm tortillas for a crave-worthy bite.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6–8 tacos (3–4 servings)
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian Fusion
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless chicken breasts or thighs (cut into bite-size pieces)
  • 1 cup buttermilk (for marinating)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • Oil for frying
  • 6–8 small tortillas (flour or corn)
  • Optional: chopped cilantro, lime wedges
  • Bang Bang Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1–2 tsp sriracha (to taste)
  • 1 tsp honey or sugar (optional)
  • 1 tsp lime juice
  • Slaw:
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrot
  • 2 green onions (sliced)
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken pieces in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes (or overnight).
  2. Make the slaw: toss cabbage, carrots, green onions, lime juice, vinegar, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Chill in fridge.
  3. Whisk together all sauce ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
  4. In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, and seasonings. Dredge marinated chicken in flour mixture.
  5. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry chicken until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  6. Toss hot chicken in bang bang sauce until coated.
  7. Warm tortillas. Add slaw, chicken, and drizzle with extra sauce. Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.

Notes

  • Use grilled or air-fried chicken for a lighter option.
  • Try shrimp or tofu instead of chicken.
  • Add avocado or pickled onions for more texture.
  • Use pre-shredded slaw mix to save time.
  • Reheat chicken in the oven or air fryer to keep it crispy.

Nutrition

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