Air Fryer Sesame Chicken

A quick and easy dish that combines tender chicken with a deliciously crispy coating and a flavorful sauce made from soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 12

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Asian, Chinese

Calories: 320

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the marinade

1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon sriracha or preferred hot sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ginger, grated

Main ingredients

1 pound chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces can substitute with chicken thighs
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons sesame seeds for garnish
2 stalks green onions, chopped for garnish

Method

Preparation

In a bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, sriracha, minced garlic, and grated ginger to make the marinade.
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and coat thoroughly in the sauce.

Cooking

Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
Place the coated chicken pieces in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd.
Cook for 10-12 minutes, giving the basket a gentle shake halfway through the cooking time.

Serving

Once the chicken is golden and crispy, sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions on top.
Serve hot over steamed rice or with fresh veggies on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 640mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

To maximize flavor, coat your chicken evenly in the marinade and consider double coating it for extra crunch. For leftovers, store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat using an air fryer or oven for maintaining crispiness.

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