Description
This Air Fryer Sweet Chili Chicken and Brussels Sprouts recipe is a delicious and healthy Asian-inspired dish that is quick and easy to make. Crispy air-fried Brussels sprouts are paired with tender, flavorful chicken coated in a sweet and tangy chili sauce. It’s a perfect meal for a busy weeknight or a casual dinner with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Brussels Sprouts:
- 12 ounces Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 green onion, sliced
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: In a medium bowl, combine chicken pieces with soy sauce, cornstarch, olive oil, garlic powder, and black pepper. Toss to coat and let sit while prepping Brussels sprouts.
- Prep the Brussels Sprouts: In a separate bowl, toss the halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil and salt.
- Air Fry: Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C). Add Brussels sprouts to the air fryer basket and cook for 6 minutes. Shake the basket and add the chicken pieces in a single layer. Continue cooking for another 10–12 minutes, shaking once halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the Brussels sprouts are crispy.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix the sweet chili sauce and rice vinegar.
- Combine: Once the chicken and Brussels sprouts are done, transfer to a bowl and toss with the sweet chili mixture until evenly coated.
- Serve: Garnish with sliced green onion and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- For extra heat, add a teaspoon of sriracha to the sweet chili sauce.
- This dish pairs well with steamed jasmine rice or quinoa.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
