CHEETOS® FLAMIN HOT® Bang Bang Air-Fryer Chicken

CHEETOS^® FLAMIN' HOT^® Bang Bang Air-Fryer Chicken

10 min

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Cutting crosshatch slices into the chicken makes this FLAMIN’ HOT^® bang bang chicken extra delicious and flavorful.

1

In food processor, pulse CHEETOS^® Crunchy FLAMIN’ HOT^® Cheese Flavored Snacks until finely crushed.
2

In small bowl, stir together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce and chili paste until blended.
3

Pat chicken dry with paper towel. Arrange smooth side of chicken breasts facing up on work surface. Without cutting all the way through, cut 1/2-inch slits both lengthwise and crosswise to make a crosshatch pattern on top of each breast.
4

Season and rub chicken all over with half the crushed CHEETOS^®. Spread 2 tbsp chili mayonnaise over top of each.
5

Preheat air-fryer to 400°F according to manufacturer’s instructions.
6

Arrange chicken in air-fryer basket. Air-fry, flipping halfway through the cook time, for 15 to 18 minutes or until chicken is golden brown, cooked through and instant-read thermometer registers 165°F when inserted into thickest part of chicken. Slice chicken.
7

Serve chicken over rice. Top with remaining chili mayonnaise and sprinkle with remaining crushed CHEETOS^®. Garnish with cilantro.