Air Fryer Bang Bang Chicken
Ready in about 29 minutes.
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Crispy chicken bites tossed in a creamy, sweet and spicy bang bang sauce that is downright addictive. The air fryer crisps the coating with barely any oil, then the sticky sauce clings to every golden nugget.
Written for 4. Cook in batches rather than stacking if you scale up.
Ingredients
- 600 g chicken breast, cubed
- 4 tbsp cornflour
- 1 egg, beaten
- 4 tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sweet chilli sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha
- 1 tsp honey
- Oil spray
- Spring onions, to garnish
Method
- 1Dip the chicken in egg, then toss in cornflour to coat.
- 2Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (400°F) and spray with oil.
- 3Cook for 12-15 minutes, shaking halfway, until crisp and golden.
- 4Whisk the mayo, sweet chilli, sriracha and honey for the sauce.
- 5Check the chicken reaches 74°C (165°F), then toss in the sauce.
- 6Garnish with spring onions and serve.
Tips for the best results
- Toss in sauce right before serving to keep the crunch.
- Adjust the sriracha to control the heat level.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Crowding the basket so air fryer bang bang chicken steams instead of browning.
- Skipping the shake every 8 min, which leaves one side pale.
- Trusting the clock instead of a probe - Air Fryer Bang Bang Chicken is ready at 74°C / 165°F in the thickest part.
- Letting wet coating pieces touch, which peels the crust and keeps it soggy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature and time for air fryer bang bang chicken?
A typical starting point is 200°C / 400°F for 12-15 min, shake every 8 min. Thickness and wattage change the finish, so check early.
How do I know air fryer bang bang chicken is cooked through?
Use a probe in the thickest part. Air Fryer Bang Bang Chicken should reach 74°C / 165°F. Rest a few minutes before slicing so juices settle.
How many people does air fryer bang bang chicken serve?
This recipe is written for 4. For a fuller basket, cook in batches rather than stacking, or add a couple of minutes and shake more often.