Description
Bang Bang Chicken made in the air fryer is a deliciously crispy and spicy dish that brings together tender chicken bites coated in a crunchy exterior with a zesty sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, as it transforms a classic favorite into a healthier option without sacrificing flavor. The air fryer ensures the chicken achieves that crispy texture while significantly reducing oil usage. Serve this delightful dish over fluffy rice or alongside fresh vegetables for a satisfying meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs (beaten)
- ½ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
- Set up your breading station with flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and panko mixed with salt and pepper in a third.
- Dip each chicken piece into flour, then eggs, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange the breaded chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- While cooking, mix Thai sweet chili sauce with Sriracha to create your sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 100mg