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Crispy Air Fryer Bang Bang Chicken Bites

A pile of golden brown Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Appetizer pieces coated in a glossy, spicy sauce and topped with chopped green onions.
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Make restaurant-style crispy chicken bites coated in a creamy, spicy, and sweet Bang Bang sauce using an air fryer for easy preparation.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • Cooking spray (oil-based)
  • For the Bang Bang Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha (adjust to your spice preference)
  • 1 teaspoon honey or sugar
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • For Serving:
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or green onions

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: In a shallow dish, mix the flour, salt, pepper, and paprika. In a second dish, place the beaten eggs. In a third dish, place the panko breadcrumbs.
  2. Dredge each chicken piece first in the flour mixture, shaking off excess. Dip it into the egg, letting excess drip off. Finally, press the chicken firmly into the panko breadcrumbs until fully coated.
  3. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
  4. Place the coated chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Spray the tops of the chicken pieces generously with cooking spray.
  5. Air fry for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping the pieces halfway through, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F or 74°C).
  6. While the chicken cooks, make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and rice vinegar until smooth.
  7. Place the hot, crispy chicken pieces into a large bowl. Pour about two-thirds of the Bang Bang sauce over the chicken and gently toss until all pieces are coated. Add more sauce if needed, reserving some for dipping.
  8. Transfer the coated chicken bites to a serving platter. Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions. Serve immediately with extra sauce on the side.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, chill the breaded chicken pieces for 15 minutes before air frying.
  • You can substitute buttermilk for the egg wash for a slightly different texture.
  • If you do not have an air fryer, you can deep fry the chicken at 350°F (175°C) for 3 to 4 minutes until golden brown.

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