Description
Air Fryer Sweet Chili Chicken is the ultimate weeknight dish that combines crispy chicken with a tantalizing sweet and savory glaze. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this delightful meal that’s perfect for busy schedules or as an impressive appetizer for gatherings. The air fryer ensures a healthier cooking method, delivering that satisfying crunch without the guilt of deep frying. With simple, accessible ingredients like sweet chili sauce, garlic, and ginger, this recipe promises delicious flavors that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Whether served over rice, in tacos, or on a salad, this versatile chicken dish is bound to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and marinate in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat air fryer to 380°F (193°C) and prepare the basket with cooking spray.
- Coat marinated chicken with cornstarch before placing it in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), flipping halfway through.
- Serve garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (113g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg