Bang Bang Air Fryer Chicken
A delightful dish that combines crispy texture with a rich and spicy flavor, utilizing an air fryer for a healthier alternative to traditional frying.
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 teaspoon sriracha adjust based on spice preference
- 1 tablespoon honey
- to taste chopped green onions for garnish optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs.
- Place the breadcrumbs in another bowl.
- Dip each piece of chicken into the flour mixture, then into the eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs. Ensure they are well-covered.
- Arrange the breaded chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Spray the chicken with a light coat of cooking oil for added crispiness.
Cooking
- Cook the chicken in the air fryer for about 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
- While chicken cooks, prepare the bang bang sauce by mixing the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey in a bowl. Adjust the chili and sriracha to your taste.
- Toss the cooked chicken in the sauce or serve it on the side for dipping.
- Optionally, garnish your Bang Bang Air Fryer Chicken with chopped green onions before serving.
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Notes
For best results, ensure chicken pieces are evenly sized and avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket. Adjust sauce ingredients to match your preferences.