Air Fryer Sweet Chili Chicken and Brussels Sprouts
If you’re on the hunt for a quick, flavorful dinner that pleases the entire family, look no further! This Air Fryer Sweet Chili Chicken and Brussels Sprouts recipe combines tender chicken breast tossed in a zesty chili oil with perfectly crispy Brussels sprouts. In just 30 minutes, you can serve up a dish that’s not only delicious but also nutritious, packed with protein and veggies. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this meal adds a delightful kick to your dinner table without demanding hours of prep work. Once you try it, you’ll want to include it in your weekly rotation!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 12 oz Brussels sprouts, halved
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chili oil
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the Brussels sprouts by trimming stems and halving them. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Air fry the Brussels sprouts at 400ºF for 10 minutes.
- While they cook, coat diced chicken in chili oil and mix in ginger, garlic powder, chili powder, and salt.
- After the sprouts have cooked for 10 minutes, add the chicken to the air fryer basket and stir gently.
- Continue air frying at 400ºF for another 10-12 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 160ºF to 165ºF.
- Stir in sweet chili sauce and finish cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes if caramelization is desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg