Description
Air Fryer Sweet Chili Chicken is a delightful dish that’s both crispy and tender, perfect for any meal or gathering. Marinated in a zesty blend of sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and ginger, each bite bursts with flavor while the air fryer ensures a golden, crunchy exterior without the extra oil. This quick recipe takes just 30 minutes to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights or as an impressive appetizer at your next party. Whether served over rice, tucked into tacos, or enjoyed as finger food, this chicken dish will surely become a favorite.
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
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and black pepper.
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. Add to the marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat air fryer to 380°F (193°C) and prepare the basket with cooking spray.
- Remove chicken from marinade; coat lightly with cornstarch.
- Place chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 12-15 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Serve garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg