Bang Bang Air Fryer Chicken

Get ready to spice up your dinner with this flavorful Bang Bang Air Fryer Chicken! With succulent chicken breasts bathed in a creamy, spicy sauce, this recipe is both easy and delicious, making it a perfect choice for weeknight dinners. Enjoy the chicken with a side of rice and a sprinkle of fresh herbs for a truly tantalizing treat.

Ingredients

🍗 3 chicken breasts
🧄 1 teaspoon garlic powder
🧅 1 teaspoon onion powder
🌶️ 1 teaspoon paprika
🧂 1 teaspoon seasoned salt

Bang Bang Sauce

🥄 1 cup mayonnaise
🍯 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
🌶️ 2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce or Sriracha

Instructions

1- Prepare the Chicken:

• Score the chicken breasts about 1/8-inch deep and 1/2-inch apart, making cross-hatch cuts.
• In a small bowl, mix the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and seasoned salt.
• Season the chicken breasts on both sides with the spice mixture.

2- Make the Bang Bang Sauce:

• In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and chili garlic sauce or Sriracha.
• Reserve a couple of tablespoons of the sauce for drizzling on top when serving.

3- Cook the Chicken:

• Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the air fryer basket.
• Spread about 2 tablespoons of the Bang Bang sauce on top of each chicken breast.
• Air fry at 390°F (200°C) for about 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

4- Serving:

• Once cooked, let the chicken rest for about 10 minutes to retain its juices.
• Serve the chicken over white rice.
• Drizzle with the reserved Bang Bang sauce.
• Garnish with fresh cilantro or green onions.
• Enjoy this explosive flavor sensation!

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 3
Calories: Approximately 550
Proteins: 40g
Fats: 40g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Equipment: Air fryer

Cooking Tips:

• Adjust the level of spice in the sauce to suit your taste by increasing or decreasing the amount of chili garlic sauce or Sriracha.
• Allowing the chicken to rest after air frying helps keep it moist and flavorful.

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Bang Bang Air Fryer Chicken