Air Fryer Sweet Chili Chicken
If you’re looking for a quick and delicious meal that will make your taste buds sing, Air Fryer Sweet Chili Chicken is the perfect solution! This dish is not only flavorful but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights. With crispy chicken coated in a sweet and savory chili sauce, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite, whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy night in. Versatile enough to serve as a main course or appetizer, you can feel confident knowing it’s made with wholesome ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: 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
- In a medium bowl, mix the 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 add to the marinade. Stir until well coated and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
- Lightly coat the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Toss marinated chicken pieces in cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Place chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through until crispy and cooked through.
- Serve garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 ounces (113g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg