Crispy Air Fryer Hot Honey Chicken Bites

Instructions

Air fryer:200°C / 392°F

1. 1

   Preheat the air fryer to 200°C for 3 minutes. Lightly oil the basket or crisper plate.

2. 2

   Pat the chicken pieces dry. In a shallow bowl, whisk the egg with the buttermilk or milk.

3. 3

   In a second bowl, mix the panko, cornflour, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne.

4. 4

   Dip the chicken in the egg mixture, let excess drip off, then coat well in the panko mixture. Press the coating on so it sticks.

5. 5

   Arrange the chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between pieces. Spray or brush lightly with oil. Cook in batches if needed.

6. 6

   Air fry at 200°C for 10–14 minutes, shaking or turning after 7 minutes, until golden, crisp, and the thickest pieces reach at least 74°C/165°F internally.

7. 7

   While the chicken cooks, make the glaze. Combine the honey, butter, hot sauce, vinegar or lemon juice, grated garlic, and chilli flakes in a small saucepan. Warm over low heat for 2–3 minutes until melted and glossy, or microwave in short bursts and stir well.

8. 8

   Transfer the cooked chicken to a clean bowl. Pour over the hot honey glaze and toss quickly until coated. Serve immediately with spring onions if using.