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Master Ultra Crispy Air Fryer Bang Bang Chicken

Craving crispy Air Fryer Bang Bang Chicken? Get golden, crunchy pieces with a fiery sauce for a quick, delicious meal!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • Chopped green onions for garnish
  • sesame seeds for garnish

Method
 

  1. Marinate the chicken in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare the breading: combine flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in one bowl; place beaten eggs in a second bowl; and add panko breadcrumbs to a third bowl.
  3. Coat the chicken in the flour mixture, dip it in buttermilk, then coat it with panko breadcrumbs.
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
  5. Place the breaded chicken in the air fryer basket and lightly spray with cooking spray.
  6. Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice to create the Bang Bang sauce.
  8. Toss the cooked chicken with the Bang Bang sauce in a large bowl.
  9. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcal

Notes

Adjust the sriracha for your preferred spice level.

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