### Crispy Chicken Sliders with Bang Bang Sauce

These crispy Chicken Sliders with Bang Bang sauce are a delightful treat, perfect for parties or family dinners. Tender chicken breasts are marinated in buttermilk, breaded with a flavorful spice mix, and fried to golden perfection. Topped with crunchy lettuce, tangy pickles, and a creamy, spicy sauce, these sliders are sure to be a hit!

#### Ingredients:
– **For the Chicken:**
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup buttermilk
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Vegetable oil for frying

– **For the Sliders:**
– 8 slider buns
– 1 cup shredded lettuce
– 1/2 cup sliced pickles

– **For the Bang Bang Sauce:**
– 1/2 cup mayonnaise
– 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
– 1 tablespoon sriracha (optional, for extra heat)

#### Instructions:
1. **Marinate the Chicken:**
– In a large bowl, combine buttermilk with a pinch of salt and pepper.
– Submerge the chicken breasts in the mixture, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.

2. **Prepare the Breading:**
– In a separate bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, and a pinch of salt and pepper.

3. **Dredge the Chicken:**
– Remove chicken from buttermilk, letting excess drip off.
– Dredge in the seasoned flour, pressing gently to coat. Set aside.

4. **Heat the Oil:**
– In a skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

5. **Fry the Chicken:**
– Carefully add chicken to the hot oil, frying for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/75°C).
– Drain on paper towels.

6. **Make the Bang Bang Sauce:**
– In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha until smooth. Adjust sriracha to taste.

7. **Assemble the Sliders:**
– Slice slider buns in half.
– On the bottom half, place shredded lettuce, followed by a piece of fried chicken, pickles, and a drizzle of Bang Bang sauce.
– Top with the other half of the bun.

8. **Serve:**
– Arrange sliders on a platter and serve with extra Bang Bang sauce on the side for dipping.

#### Notes:
– For extra crunch, consider toasting the slider buns before assembling.
– Adjust the cayenne pepper and sriracha to control the heat level to your preference.
– Leftover chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

#### Prep Time:
1 hour 15 minutes (including marinating time)
#### Cook Time:
20 minutes
#### Total Time:
1 hour 35 minutes
#### Yield:
8 sliders

Enjoy your delicious crispy chicken sliders with Bang Bang sauce! Perfect for any occasion!