Air Fryer Bang Bang Chicken

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

• Boneless, skinless thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

For the Coating:

• All-purpose flour
• Eggs
• Panko breadcrumbs
• Garlic powder
• Smoked paprika
• Salt
• Pepper

For the Bang Bang Sauce:

• Mayonnaise
• Sweet chili sauce
• Sriracha (adjust to your preferred spice level)

Instructions:

1. Prep the Chicken:

   • Cut chicken into even-sized pieces for uniform cooking.
   • Season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.

2. Set Up the Breading Station:

   • Bowl 1: Add flour.
   • Bowl 2: Whisk eggs.
   • Bowl 3: Add panko breadcrumbs.

3. Coat the Chicken:

   • Dredge each chicken piece in flour, dip in eggs, then coat in breadcrumbs.
   • Make sure every piece is evenly coated for a crispy texture.

4. Cook in the Air Fryer:

   • Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
   • Place the chicken pieces in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don’t overlap.
   • Lightly spray with cooking oil.
   • Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through for even crispiness.

5. Make the Bang Bang Sauce:

   • In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha.
   • Stir until smooth and creamy, adjusting the spice level by adding more sriracha if desired.

6. Serve:

   • Serve the crispy chicken over steamed rice or noodles.
   • Drizzle the Bang Bang sauce over the chicken and garnish with green onions or sesame seeds.

Enjoy your crispy, flavorful Bang Bang Chicken!