Air Fryer Sweet Chili Chicken and Brussels Sprouts Recipe
This Air Fryer Sweet Chili Chicken and Brussels Sprouts recipe delivers a flavorful and healthy meal with tender, juicy chicken breasts coated in a vibrant sweet chili sauce paired with crispy, caramelized Brussels sprouts. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this dish combines a tangy and mildly spicy glaze with the convenience of air frying, ensuring a delicious and wholesome meal in under 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb/450g)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional, for extra sweetness)
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Brussels Sprouts:
- 2 cups Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for cooking both the chicken and Brussels sprouts evenly.
- Prepare Sweet Chili Mixture: In a small bowl, combine olive oil, soy sauce, sweet chili sauce, rice vinegar, garlic powder, ground ginger, and honey if using. Mix thoroughly to create a flavorful marinade.
- Season and Coat Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. Then, coat them evenly with the prepared sweet chili mixture, ensuring full coverage for maximum flavor.
- Cook Chicken in Air Fryer: Place the chicken breasts in the air fryer basket without overlapping. Cook at 375°F for 12-15 minutes, flipping once halfway through to ensure even cooking. Check the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) before removing.
- Prepare Brussels Sprouts: While chicken cooks, toss Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Once chicken is removed, place the Brussels sprouts in the air fryer basket.
- Cook Brussels Sprouts: Air fry the Brussels sprouts at 375°F for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to promote even crispiness and golden edges.
- Rest and Slice Chicken: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after cooking to retain juices. Slice the chicken into strips or bite-sized pieces as preferred.
- Serve: Plate the sliced chicken alongside the crispy Brussels sprouts. Optionally, drizzle any remaining sweet chili sauce from the air fryer basket over the dish for extra flavor.
Notes
- Ensure chicken breasts are of even thickness for uniform cooking.
- Adjust sweetness by omitting or adding more honey according to preference.
- Use a meat thermometer to verify chicken is cooked through for safety.
- Shaking the air fryer basket during Brussels sprouts cooking prevents burning and promotes crispiness.
- Leftover sweet chili sauce can be warmed and used as a dipping sauce.
- You can also add red pepper flakes to the sauce if you prefer extra heat.
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