Air Fryer Sweet Chili Chicken
If you’re craving a dish that perfectly balances crispy texture and a tantalizing sweet and savory flavor, look no further than this Air Fryer Sweet Chili Chicken! This recipe features tender chicken coated in a luscious sweet chili sauce that will have your taste buds dancing with delight. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this delightful dish, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer at gatherings. The air fryer gives the chicken an irresistible crunch without excessive oil, ensuring you enjoy every bite guilt-free. Whether served over rice or alongside fresh veggies, this versatile dish is sure to impress family and friends alike!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to create the marinade.
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and coat well with marinade. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (longer for more flavor).
- Preheat air fryer to 380°F (193°C). Lightly spray basket with cooking spray.
- Coat marinated chicken pieces with cornstarch and place in a single layer in the air fryer.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes, shaking halfway through until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).
- Serve garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg