Description
Air Fryer Sweet Chili Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish that brings the perfect balance of crispy texture and sweet-spicy flavors to your dinner table. This recipe features tender chicken pieces marinated in a delicious blend of sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and spices, ensuring every bite is bursting with flavor. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this delightful dish, making it ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions. Serve it as an appetizer, over rice, or in tacos—its versatility makes it a hit for any gathering!
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 medium bowl, mix together 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 air fryer to 380°F (193°C) and prepare the basket with cooking spray.
- Coat marinated chicken with cornstarch evenly.
- Place chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 12-15 minutes until crispy and golden, flipping halfway through.
- Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 4 ounces (113g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg