Description
Air Fryer Sweet Chili Chicken is a delightful dish that combines crispy, tender chicken bites with a mouthwatering sweet and spicy glaze. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, this easy recipe delivers irresistible flavor in just 30 minutes.
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
- Optional: red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and marinate in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C) and lightly spray the basket with cooking spray.
- Coat marinated chicken pieces with cornstarch and place in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes, shaking halfway through until golden brown and cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 pieces (120g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer; cook in batches if necessary. Adjust spice levels by increasing or omitting red pepper flakes.