Bang Bang Air Fryer Chicken

Certainly! Here's a simple recipe for Bang Bang Air Fryer Chicken:

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

1. 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
2. 1 cup buttermilk
3. 1 cup all-purpose flour
4. 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
5. 1 teaspoon garlic powder
6. 1 teaspoon onion powder
7. 1/2 teaspoon paprika
8. Salt and pepper to taste

For the Bang Bang Sauce:

1. 1/2 cup mayonnaise
2. 3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
3. 1 tablespoon honey
4. 1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
5. 1 teaspoon rice vinegar

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Chicken:
   • Place the chicken pieces in a bowl and cover them with buttermilk. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes to an hour.
2. Prepare the Breading:
   • In separate bowls, place the flour, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Coat the Chicken:
   • Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
   • Take each marinated chicken piece, coat it in flour, dip it in buttermilk again, and then coat it in the panko mixture. Ensure an even coating.
4. Air Fry the Chicken:
   • Place the coated chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not touching.
   • Cook for about 10-12 minutes, flipping the pieces halfway through, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
5. Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, honey, Sriracha sauce, and rice vinegar.
6. Toss the Chicken in Sauce:
   • Once the chicken is cooked, transfer it to a bowl and toss it with the prepared Bang Bang sauce until well coated.
7. Serve:
   • Serve the Bang Bang Air Fryer Chicken hot, garnished with chopped green onions or sesame seeds if desired.

Enjoy this crispy and flavorful Bang Bang Chicken made easily in the air fryer!