Description
Air Fryer Sweet Chili Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender chicken pieces with a sweet and savory glaze, delivering irresistible flavors and a delightful crunch. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or as an impressive appetizer, this recipe is easy to follow and requires minimal ingredients. The air fryer ensures the chicken cooks quickly while achieving that desired crispy texture without the excess oil of traditional frying methods. Serve it over steamed rice, toss it in salads, or enjoy it in tacos—this versatile dish will elevate any meal!
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 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for coating)
- Chopped green onions and sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes to create the marinade.
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and coat well with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Coat marinated chicken pieces with cornstarch.
- Place the chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 12–15 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) before serving.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg