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Crispy Mango Bang Bang Chicken Sandwich Air Fryer Recipe

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Servings: 2 sandwiches
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 2 boneless chicken thighs
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 1/2 cups crushed cornflakes
Mango Bang Bang Sauce
  • 1 whole mango
  • 1 tablespoon gochujang
  • 1 tablespoon chili oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons mayo
Cucumber Salad
  • 1 cucumber, sliced
  • 1/2 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1 jalapeño, sliced
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Bread and Spread
  • 2 ciabatta baguettes
  • 2 tablespoons mayo
  • 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard

Method
 

1. Prepare the Chicken
  1. Season the chicken lightly with salt. Dredge each piece in flour, then dip into beaten egg, then press firmly into crushed cornflakes until fully coated.
2. Air Fry the Chicken
  1. Air fry at 385°F for 16 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
3. Make the Mango Bang Bang Sauce
  1. Blend the mango, gochujang, chili oil, lemon juice, mayo, and salt until smooth and creamy.
4. Make the Cucumber Salad
  1. In a bowl, combine cucumber, cabbage, jalapeño, lemon juice, avocado oil, soy sauce, honey, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
5. Coat the Chicken
  1. Lightly drench or brush the crispy chicken with the mango sauce.
6. Assemble the Sandwich
  1. Toast the ciabatta baguettes.Spread mayo and whole grain mustard on the bread.Add the mango coated chicken.Top with cucumber salad.Close the sandwich and serve immediately.

Notes

Tips for Success: Press the cornflake coating firmly onto the chicken to ensure maximum crunch.Use a mix of small and larger crushed cornflake pieces for better texture.Do not overdress the chicken with sauce or it can lose its crispiness.Let the chicken rest for one to two minutes before adding the sauce.
Substitutions: Chicken thighs can be replaced with chicken breast.Gochujang can be substituted with a mix of sriracha and a small amount of miso.Fresh mango can be replaced with thawed frozen mango.Ciabatta baguette can be swapped for brioche or another sandwich roll.
Lower Calorie / Weight Loss Tips: Use light mayo instead of regular mayo.Use less mango sauce when coating the chicken.Swap ciabatta for a smaller portion of bread or a lettuce wrap.Limit oil spray when air frying.
Make Ahead / Storage: The chicken is best eaten fresh for maximum crispiness.The mango sauce can be made up to three days in advance and stored in the refrigerator.The cucumber salad is best prepared fresh to maintain its crunch.