Air Fryer Sweet Chili Chicken with Crispy Brussels Sprouts Recipe
A quick and flavorful recipe for Air Fryer Sweet Chili Chicken paired with crispy Brussels sprouts. This dish features tender chicken breasts coated in a sweet and tangy chili glaze, air fried to juicy perfection alongside caramelized Brussels sprouts. Ideal for a healthy weeknight meal with minimal cleanup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
- 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)
Vegetables
- 2 cups Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for Brussels sprouts)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and allow it to preheat to ensure even cooking.
- Prepare the marinade: In a small bowl, combine olive oil, soy sauce, sweet chili sauce, rice vinegar, garlic powder, ginger, and honey if using. Mix well to create a flavorful glaze.
- Marinate the chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then coat them evenly with the sweet chili mixture, ensuring every part is covered.
- Cook the chicken: Place the coated chicken breasts in the air fryer basket and cook for 12-15 minutes. Flip halfway through cooking to promote even browning. Use a meat thermometer to confirm the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Prepare Brussels sprouts: While the chicken cooks, toss the halved Brussels sprouts in olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Cook Brussels sprouts: Once the chicken is done, remove it and let it rest. Place the Brussels sprouts in the air fryer basket and cook for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket midway to ensure crispiness and even caramelization.
- Serve: Slice the rested chicken breasts and serve alongside the crispy Brussels sprouts. Optionally, drizzle with any remaining sweet chili sauce left in the air fryer basket for extra flavor.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safety.
- Trim the Brussels sprouts by removing the stem ends and outer leaves before halving.
- Adjust honey amounts to control sweetness level.
- Shaking Brussels sprouts during cooking promotes even browning.
- This recipe can be doubled for larger servings but may require cooking in batches.
Keywords: Air Fryer Chicken, Sweet Chili Chicken, Brussels Sprouts, Healthy Dinner, Quick Meal, Low Fat Chicken Recipe
