Air Fryer Sweet Chili Chicken
Air Fryer Sweet Chili Chicken is a quick and delicious dish that combines crispy, tender chicken with a mouthwatering sweet and savory sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or as an impressive appetizer, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor. The air fryer ensures a delightful crunch without the guilt of traditional frying, making it a healthier option that everyone will love. Serve it alongside rice, in lettuce wraps, or toss it into salads for versatile meal options. Enjoy the bold taste of sweet chili sauce infused with ginger and garlic, all while keeping your cooking simple and stress-free.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
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
- Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by mixing sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C) while the chicken marinates.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
- Coat the marinated chicken pieces with cornstarch for extra crispiness.
- Place chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 50g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg