Bang Bang Air Fryer Chicken
Bang Bang Air Fryer Chicken makes for a delicious and crispy meal that is quick to prepare and full of flavor, ideal for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk Soak chicken for at least 30 minutes.
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper Adjust according to heat preference.
- to taste salt and pepper
For the Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce Optional for added heat.
Instructions
Preparation
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and pat dry with a paper towel.
- Soak the chicken pieces in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
Cooking
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Remove the chicken from the buttermilk and shake off excess. Dredge each piece in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place the coated chicken pieces in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don’t overlap.
- Cook the chicken for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
- Ensure the chicken is golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- While the chicken cooks, combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha in a bowl.
- Once cooked, toss the chicken in the sauce until well coated and serve immediately.
Notes
For best results, cut chicken into uniform size. Cook in batches if necessary. Consider double-coating for extra crunch.