Best Boom Boom Chicken Recipe

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A more exciting way to enjoy chicken during the week! Boom Boom Chicken is juicy, tender chicken pieces coated in a delectable crunchy coating. It’s so lip-smackingly good that you’ll never want take-out food again!

A more exciting way to enjoy chicken during the week! Boom Boom Chicken is juicy, tender chicken pieces coated in a delectable crunchy coating. It's so lip-smackingly good that you'll never want take-out food again!
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It couldn’t be easier to make this dish. Simply create the warm, tangy, and creamy boom boom sauce, dip your chicken in it, and then coat the chicken in buttermilk and Panko breadcrumbs to get that irresistible crunch.

Ready to get started? Let’s dive in. 

What Is Boom Boom Chicken?

This dish gets its name from a restaurant in New Jersey. Boom Boom Chicken is an eatery specializing in authentic Korean fried chicken.

Ingredients You’ll Need

  • mayonnaise
  • honey
  • sweet chili sauce
  • Sriracha hot sauce
  • buttermilk
  • egg
  • salt and pepper
  • cornstarch
  • all-purpose flour
  • boneless skinless chicken breast
  • breadcrumbs
  • vegetable oil

(Note: Full recipe is at the bottom of the post)

A more exciting way to enjoy chicken during the week! Boom Boom Chicken is juicy, tender chicken pieces coated in a delectable crunchy coating. It's so lip-smackingly good that you'll never want take-out food again!

How to Make Boom Boom Chicken

  • Make boom boom sauce by combining the mayonnaise, honey, sweet chili sauce and hot sauce in a medium bowl.
  • Add the buttermilk, egg, salt and pepper and combine using a whisk. A little at a time, mix in the cornstarch and flour until everything is incorporated. Set aside. 
  • Pour the breadcrumbs into a shallow bowl and set aside for the chicken. 
  • In a medium saucepan or skillet over medium-high heat, bring ½-inch oil to 375°F.  
  • Using a paper towel, pat dry the chicken to remove excess moisture. Dip each piece in the sauce, shake off the excess, and roll in the breadcrumbs until evenly coated. Fry the chicken in the hot oil for about 1 to 2 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Place the cooked chicken on a wire rack to cool slightly. 

What Is Boom Boom Sauce Made Of?

Boom Boom sauce contains mayonnaise, Sriracha hot sauce, sweet chili sauce, and honey. It also includes buttermilk, which gives it extra tang, but you can substitute it with milk if necessary. 

The chicken marinates in the sauce before breading and deep frying, which gives this chicken its signature flavor.  

A more exciting way to enjoy chicken during the week! Boom Boom Chicken is juicy, tender chicken pieces coated in a delectable crunchy coating. It's so lip-smackingly good that you'll never want take-out food again!

Is Boom Boom Sauce The Same As Yum Yum Sauce?

Boom Boom sauce is very similar to Yum Yum sauce, but it is spicier and contains a few more ingredients. Boom Boom sauce gets most of its flavor from the sweet chili and hot sauces, whereas Yum Yum tastes more like mayonnaise.

Does Boom Boom Sauce Contain Carbs?

Yes, Boom Boom sauce is high in carbohydrates, but it is possible to create a low-carb or keto version. Just substitute some of the ingredients with low-carb or low-calorie alternatives (such as using Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise).

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A more exciting way to enjoy chicken during the week! Boom Boom Chicken is juicy, tender chicken pieces coated in a delectable crunchy coating. It's so lip-smackingly good that you'll never want take-out food again!

Boom Boom Chicken Recipe

By: Izzy
A more exciting way to enjoy chicken during the week! Boom Boom Chicken is juicy, tender chicken pieces coated in a delectable crunchy coating. It’s so lip-smackingly good that you’ll never want take-out food again!
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Total: 30 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients 

Boom Boom Sauce

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha hot sauce
  • ¼ cup buttermilk, you can also use regular milk
  • 1 large egg
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour

Chicken

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • vegetable oil

Instructions 

  • To make the boom boom sauce, combine the mayonnaise, honey, sweet chili sauce and hot sauce in a medium bowl.
  • Add the buttermilk, egg, salt and pepper and combine using a whisk. A little at a time, mix in the cornstarch and flour until everything is incorporated. Set aside.
  • Pour the breadcrumbs into a shallow bowl and set aside for the chicken.
  • In a medium saucepan or skillet over medium-high heat, bring ½-inch oil to 375°F.
  • Using a paper towel, pat dry the chicken to remove excess moisture. Dip each piece in the sauce, shake off the excess, and roll in the breadcrumbs until evenly coated. Fry the chicken in the hot oil for about 1 to 2 minutes, or until golden brown. (To avoid crowding the pan, fry in batches of up to a dozen pieces.)
  • Place the cooked chicken on a wire rack to cool slightly.
  • Serve and enjoy with your choice of side.

Notes

  • The cooked chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or in the freezer for one month. To reheat, simply pop in the oven or skillet for about 5 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition information provided is an estimate only and will vary based on ingredient brands and cooking methods used.

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About Izzy

I'm Izzy, a food lover and photographer. Here you’ll find a collection of simple recipes that are perfect for busy people. My blog aims to help you make and enjoy delicious and healthy food at home.

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  1. Thank you for preparing for the recipe.

    Did you say what to do with the buttermilk and flour mixture? Do you soak the chicken in the buttermilk before the sauce?