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Airfryer Bang Bang Chicken Bites with Hot Honey and Cilantro Recipe

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Crispy and flavorful Airfryer Bang Bang Chicken Bites featuring tender chicken breast cubes coated in a spicy, creamy bang bang sauce, perfectly cooked in the air fryer for a quick and delicious appetizer or snack. Finished with a drizzle of hot honey and fresh cilantro for a sweet and herbaceous contrast.

  • Total Time: 30-35 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 1-2 Pounds Chicken Breasts, cut into one inch cubes
  • Garlic Salt, to taste
  • Onion Powder, to taste
  • Paprika, to taste
  • Cayenne, to taste
  • Black Pepper, to taste

Bang Bang Sauce

  • 1 cup Mayonnaise
  • 3/4 cup Asian Sweet Chili Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1/4 to 1/2 cup Sriracha (adjust based on spice preference)

To Finish

  • Hot Honey, for drizzling
  • Fresh Cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season Chicken: Lightly season the chicken cubes with garlic salt, onion powder, paprika, cayenne, and black pepper. Cover with plastic wrap and set aside while you prepare the bang bang sauce. You can refrigerate the chicken for up to 6 hours if needed.
  2. Prepare Bang Bang Sauce: In a bowl, mix together mayonnaise, Asian sweet chili sauce, fresh lemon juice, and sriracha until well combined. Adjust sriracha for desired spice level.
  3. Coat Chicken: Pour half of the bang bang sauce over the seasoned chicken cubes, stirring gently to ensure all pieces are well coated.
  4. Arrange in Air Fryer: Place the coated chicken in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. It is recommended to line the basket with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Depending on your air fryer size, cook in batches if necessary.
  5. Cook Chicken: Air fry the chicken at 400°F (204°C) for 8 minutes. Then, flip each piece and air fry for an additional 6-8 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is crispy and cooked through.
  6. Finish and Serve: Remove the chicken bites from the air fryer and place them on a serving tray. Drizzle with hot honey and sprinkle with freshly chopped cilantro. Serve with the remaining bang bang sauce on the side for dipping.
  7. Enjoy: Serve the crispy bang bang chicken bites hot and enjoy this flavorful appetizer or snack!

Notes

  • Adjust sriracha in the bang bang sauce to control spiciness according to your preference.
  • Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  • Cook chicken in batches if your air fryer basket is small to ensure even cooking.
  • Internal temperature of chicken should reach 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
  • Hot honey adds a sweet and spicy finish – you can substitute with regular honey if preferred.
  • Leftover bang bang sauce can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 14-16 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Find it online: https://recipesvibe.com/airfryer-bang-bang-chicken-bites-with-hot-honey-and-cilantro-recipe/