Healthier Bang Bang Chicken in the Air Fryer

Healthier Bang Bang Chicken in the Air Fryer
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    30 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    10

Savor the allure of Bang Bang Chicken, reimagined for the health-conscious foodie! Crispy, air-fried chicken tenders meet a creamy, tangy sauce, offering a lighter twist on a beloved classic. Prepare for an explosion of flavor in every guilt-free bite.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    34 g
  • Cholesterol
    111 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    29 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    665 mg
  • Sugar
    6 g
  • Fat
    6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Preheat an air fryer to 380 degrees F (190 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions. (5 minutes)

02

Step

In a shallow bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and 1 tablespoon of hot sauce. (2 minutes)

03

Step

In a separate bowl, combine the flour, tapioca starch, seasoned salt, garlic granules, and cumin. (2 minutes)

04

Step

Dip each chicken piece into the egg mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture, ensuring it's fully coated. Shake off any excess flour. (10 minutes)

05

Step

Place the chicken pieces in the air fryer basket in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd. Lightly coat the chicken with cooking spray. (5 minutes)

06

Step

Cook in the preheated air fryer, shaking the basket halfway through, until the chicken is no longer pink inside and the juices run clear. (About 10 minutes per batch)

07

Step

While the chicken is cooking, combine the Greek yogurt, sweet chili sauce, and 1 teaspoon of hot sauce in a small bowl. Stir until smooth and well combined. (2 minutes)

08

Step

Serve the crispy air-fried chicken immediately with the prepared Bang Bang sauce on the side for dipping. (2 minutes)

For optimal crispiness, avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket. Cook in batches if necessary.
To keep the chicken extra crispy, serve the sauce on the side for dipping rather than coating the chicken directly.
Adjust the amount of hot sauce to your preference for a milder or spicier kick.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 5.0/ 5 ( 3 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (10)
  • Alda Jacobson

    I found that 8 minutes was enough time to cook the chicken completely.

  • Colin Maggio

    I loved that this was a healthier take on Bang Bang Chicken. It tasted just as good as the original, but without all the guilt!

  • Freeman Huel

    The double-dredging tip made all the difference! The chicken was incredibly crispy.

  • Justice Heidenreich

    The chicken was so moist and flavorful!

  • Bethel Wiza

    I used chicken tenders instead of cutting up chicken breasts, and it worked great!

  • Nicklaus Rodriguezokuneva

    This recipe is a keeper!

  • Kaylie Shields

    My family devoured this! I will definitely be making this again.

  • Savanah Krajcik

    I added a little sesame oil to the sauce for extra flavor, and it was delicious!

  • Cheyenne Keeling

    This recipe is amazing! The chicken was so crispy, and the sauce was the perfect blend of sweet and spicy.

  • Philip Paucek

    Easy to follow recipe and the result was fantastic. I appreciate the tips about not overcrowding the air fryer.

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