Description
This Air Fryer Sweet Chili Chicken and Brussels Sprouts recipe offers a quick and delicious way to prepare a flavorful meal bursting with sweet, tangy, and savory notes. Using the air fryer, the chicken breasts come out tender and juicy, while the Brussels sprouts turn perfectly crispy, making for a healthy, easy-to-make dinner packed with vibrant flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and 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)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetables
- 2 cups Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- Olive oil (for Brussels sprouts)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for cooking both the chicken and Brussels sprouts.
- Make the Sweet Chili Marinade: In a small bowl, combine olive oil, soy sauce, sweet chili sauce, rice vinegar, garlic powder, ground ginger, and honey (if using). Mix well to create a flavorful marinade.
- Season and Coat the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Then thoroughly coat them with the prepared sweet chili marinade to ensure every bite is packed with flavor.
- Cook the Chicken: Place the coated chicken breasts in the air fryer basket. Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through the cooking time. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
- Prepare and Cook Brussels Sprouts: While the chicken cooks, toss trimmed and halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper. After flipping the chicken, add the Brussels sprouts to the air fryer basket and cook for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even crispiness and golden browning.
- Rest the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts and let them rest for a few minutes. This helps retain juices and improves tenderness before slicing.
- Serve: Slice the rested chicken breasts and plate alongside the crispy Brussels sprouts. Optionally drizzle any remaining sweet chili sauce from the air fryer basket over the dish for extra flavor.
Notes
- For even cooking, try to select chicken breasts of uniform size.
- You can add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade for some heat.
- Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow proper air circulation and crisping.
- Honey is optional but enhances the sweetness of the sauce nicely.
- Leftover chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Keywords: air fryer chicken, sweet chili chicken, Brussels sprouts recipe, healthy air fryer meals, quick dinner recipes, easy chicken recipe
