Air Fryer Bang Bang Chicken

Air Fryer Bang Bang Chicken

Author: Calvin Rourke Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes Total Time: 27 minutes
Yield: 4 servings Category: DINNER

Description

A flavor-packed dish combining crispy chicken bites with a creamy, slightly sweet, and spicy bang bang sauce. Perfect as a main course or appetizer.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Cooking spray
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Instructions

  1. 1. Prepare the Chicken: Cut chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and place in a bowl.
  2. 2. Coat the Chicken: Add cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika to the chicken. Toss to coat.
  3. 3. Preheat the Air Fryer: Set the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  4. 4. Arrange Chicken in the Air Fryer: Place chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket and spray lightly with cooking spray.
  5. 5. Cook the Chicken: Air fry for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
  6. 6. Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce: Combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice in a separate bowl and mix until smooth.
  7. 7. Toss the Chicken in Sauce: Remove chicken from the air fryer and toss in the bang bang sauce until well coated.
  8. 8. Serve Up Your Dish: Enjoy warm, optionally with rice or veggies.