Bang Bang Chicken Bites

Name: Bang Bang Chicken Bites Air Fryer Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups corn flakes, crushed; 1 tsp paprika; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1/2 tsp salt; 1 lb chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes; 1 tsp paprika, for chicken; 1 tsp garlic powder, for chicken; 1/2 tsp salt, for chicken; 2 large eggs, beaten; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce; 1 tbsp sriracha; 1 tbsp honey; 1 tsp hot sauce; 1/2 tsp paprika, for sauce; 1 tbsp rice vinegar; Red pepper flakes, for garnish; 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Bang Bang Chicken Bites are bite-sized pieces of tender chicken breast coated in a crispy cornflake crust and finished with a creamy, sweet, and spicy sauce. This air fryer recipe delivers restaurant-quality results in minimal time.

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Total

25 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$34–$56

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Ingredients

2 cups corn flakes, crushed
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp salt
1 lb chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tsp paprika, for chicken
1 tsp garlic powder, for chicken
1/2 tsp salt, for chicken
2 large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
1 tbsp sriracha
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp hot sauce
1/2 tsp paprika, for sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
Red pepper flakes, for garnishoptional
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped for garnishoptional

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Instructions

1
In a shallow bowl or dish, combine the crushed corn flakes, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, dried oregano, and 1/2 tsp salt. Mix well.
2
In a separate bowl, season the chicken cubes with 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp salt.
3
Set up a breading station with the seasoned chicken, a bowl with the beaten eggs, and the corn flake mixture.
4
Dip each piece of chicken into the egg wash, allowing any excess to drip off, then press it into the corn flake mixture to coat completely.
5
Place the breaded chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket. You may need to cook in batches.
6
Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden and crispy.
7
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the sauce. In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, hot sauce, 1/2 tsp paprika, and rice vinegar.
8
Whisk the sauce ingredients together until smooth and well combined.
9
Once the chicken is cooked, transfer it to a large bowl.
10
Pour the bang bang sauce over the hot chicken and gently toss to coat everything evenly.
11
Transfer the saucy chicken bites to a serving platter. Garnish with optional red pepper flakes and chopped fresh parsley.
12
Serve immediately while warm and crispy.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Cut chicken into uniform 1-inch cubes so they cook evenly in the air fryer.
Don't skip the paprika and garlic powder on the raw chicken—they boost flavor before the cornflake crust forms.
Shake the air fryer basket halfway through cooking for even browning and crispness.
Toss in sauce immediately after air frying while still hot so it adheres better to the coating.

Substitutions

Corn flakes → panko breadcrumbs (coarser texture; spray with cooking oil for extra crispness)
Chicken breast → chicken thighs (more forgiving, stays juicier if slightly overcooked)