Description
This Air Fryer Sweet Chili Chicken and Brussels Sprouts recipe offers a deliciously spicy and sweet combination, perfect for a quick and healthy weeknight dinner. Using the air fryer, the Brussels sprouts become crispy while the chicken cooks perfectly seasoned with chili oil and spices, finished with a glossy sweet chili sauce for an irresistible glaze.
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
Instructions
- Prepare the Brussels Sprouts: Trim the ends of the Brussels sprouts and cut them in half to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
- Toss Brussels Sprouts: In a bowl, toss the halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set the air fryer to preheat at 400°F (200°C) to ensure optimal cooking temperature for the Brussels sprouts.
- Cook Brussels Sprouts: Place the Brussels sprouts in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 10 minutes, allowing them to become crispy and tender.
- Season the Chicken: While the Brussels sprouts cook, coat the diced chicken breast with chili oil in a bowl, then add ground ginger, garlic powder, chili powder, and kosher salt. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the spices.
- Add Chicken to Air Fryer: After the Brussels sprouts have cooked for 10 minutes, add the seasoned chicken pieces to the air fryer basket with the Brussels sprouts, spreading everything evenly.
- Cook Chicken and Brussels Sprouts Together: Air fry the combined ingredients at 400°F for an additional 10-12 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even cooking. Continue until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 160°F-165°F and is fully cooked.
- Add Sweet Chili Sauce: Stir in ¼ cup of sweet chili sauce to the air fryer basket, coating the chicken and Brussels sprouts evenly.
- Caramelize Sauce: Air fry for an additional 1-2 minutes or use the broil function if available to caramelize and glaze the sauce onto the chicken and vegetables.
- Serve: Serve the sweet chili chicken and Brussels sprouts hot, optionally accompanied by steamed rice, garnished with sesame seeds and lime wedges. Offer extra sweet chili sauce on the side for added flavor.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F for food safety.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow proper air circulation and even cooking.
- Adjust chili powder amount based on heat preference.
- Use fresh Brussels sprouts for the best texture and flavor.
- Sweet chili sauce can be substituted with homemade chili garlic sauce for a spicier profile.
