Air Fryer Bang Bang Chicken (lower calories and healthy)
Air fryer bang bang chicken that's juicy, lightly crispy and coated in a creamy, sweet and spicy sauce. An easy 30 minute meal!
Servings 2 people
Cost $5
Ingredients
Chicken
- 1 lb boneless chicken breast cubed
- 1/2 tbsp paprika
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- Cooking oil spray
Bang Bang Sauce
- 3 tbsp low fat mayonnaise
- 1 tsp sriracha
- 1 1/2 tbsp Thai chili sauce
- 1 tsp honey
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken
- Cut the chicken breast into bite sized cubes. Add the chicken to a bowl with paprika, garlic powder, salt and cornstarch. Mix well until all the chicken is evenly coated.
- Let the chicken marinate for 15 minutes.
Air Fry the Chicken
- Place the chicken pieces on the air fryer rack in a single layer. Lightly spray the chicken with cooking oil spray. Air fry at 380°F for 10 minutes. Flip the chicken and spray lightly with cooking oil again. Air fry for another 4 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked.
Make the Bang Bang Sauce
- While the chicken is cooking, add the mayonnaise, sriracha, Thai chili sauce and honey to a small bowl. Mix well until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Toss the Chicken
- Transfer the cooked chicken to a bowl. Pour the bang bang sauce over the chicken and toss well until every piece is coated. Serve immediately with hot rice and vegetables, or enjoy it on its own as a snack.
