Description
Air Fryer Sweet Chili Chicken is a flavorful and crispy dish that’s perfect for any weeknight dinner or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. With succulent chicken pieces marinated in a sweet and savory chili sauce, this recipe captures the essence of delicious Asian-inspired cuisine without the excess oil. The air fryer delivers an irresistible crunch while keeping the chicken tender and juicy inside. Whether you serve it over rice, in wraps, or on its own with dipping sauce, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends.
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
- Optional: red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and black pepper.
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and marinate in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C), lightly spray the basket with cooking spray.
- Coat marinated chicken with cornstarch evenly.
- Place coated chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 12-15 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 ounces (113g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg