Description
A quick and flavorful air fryer recipe featuring tender diced chicken breast and crispy Brussels sprouts coated in a spicy sweet chili sauce. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner, this dish combines the smokiness of chili oil and spices with the sweetness of chili sauce, all cooked to perfection in the air fryer for a deliciously caramelized finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 12 oz Brussels sprouts, stemmed and halved
- 1 tablespoon (16g) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Chicken
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, diced
- 1 tablespoon (16g) chili oil
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
Sauce
- ¼ cup (60g) sweet chili sauce, plus more for serving
Optional Garnishes
- Rice, for serving
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
- Lime wedges, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Brussels Sprouts: Trim the ends off the Brussels sprouts and cut them in half to ensure even cooking.
- Toss Brussels Sprouts: Place the halved Brussels sprouts in a bowl and toss with olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) to ensure a crispy exterior on the Brussels sprouts.
- Air Fry Brussels Sprouts: Place the Brussels sprouts in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 10 minutes to start crisping them up.
- Season the Chicken: While the Brussels sprouts cook, toss the diced chicken breast with chili oil, then sprinkle with ground ginger, garlic powder, chili powder, and kosher salt. Mix thoroughly to coat all pieces.
- Combine Chicken and Brussels Sprouts: After the initial 10 minutes, add the seasoned chicken to the air fryer basket with the Brussels sprouts.
- Continue Air Frying: Cook for an additional 10-12 minutes at 400°F (200°C), stirring halfway through to ensure even cooking. The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 160°F-165°F when done.
- Add Sweet Chili Sauce: Pour ¼ cup of sweet chili sauce over the chicken and Brussels sprouts, stirring to coat evenly.
- Caramelize Sauce: Air fry or briefly broil for 1-2 minutes to allow the sweet chili sauce to caramelize slightly, enhancing the flavor and texture.
- Serve: Serve the sweet chili chicken and Brussels sprouts hot, optionally with rice, sesame seeds, lime wedges, and extra sweet chili sauce on the side.
Notes
- Ensure Brussels sprouts are halved evenly for consistent cooking.
- Stir halfway through cooking when chicken is added to ensure even browning.
- Use a meat thermometer to confirm chicken is safely cooked to 165°F.
- Adjust sweet chili sauce quantity based on desired sweetness and spice level.
- Serving with rice and lime wedges complements the dish by balancing the flavors.
