Air Fryer Sweet Chili Chicken
If you’re searching for a delightful dinner dish that combines taste and ease, look no further than Air Fryer Sweet Chili Chicken. This family favorite features tender chicken pieces marinated in a flavorful sweet chili sauce, garlic, and ginger, then air-fried to crispy perfection. With its enticing sweet and savory notes, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer at gatherings. In just 30 minutes, you can serve up a meal that everyone will love, including even the pickiest eaters. Plus, it’s customizable, allowing you to adjust the heat with red pepper flakes or add your favorite veggies for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- 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 (for coating)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix 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 marinade; mix well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat air fryer to 380°F (193°C) while chicken marinates.
- Lightly spray air fryer basket with cooking spray.
- Coat marinated chicken pieces in cornstarch.
- Place chicken in a single layer in the air fryer and cook for 12-15 minutes; shake halfway through.
- Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Serve garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (75g)
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg