Description
Air Fryer Sweet Chili Chicken and Brussels Sprouts is a quick, bold-flavored dinner featuring juicy chicken, crispy Brussels sprouts, and a sweet-spicy glaze. It comes together in under 30 minutes for a healthy, satisfying meal with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into chunks
- 12 oz Brussels sprouts, halved
- 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos
- Optional: sesame seeds, sliced green onions, lime wedges
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 380°F (195°C).
- Toss Brussels sprouts with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Place in air fryer basket and cook for 10 minutes, shaking halfway.
- Meanwhile, season chicken with salt and pepper and toss with 1 tbsp olive oil.
- Add chicken to basket with sprouts after 10 minutes. Cook another 10–12 minutes, shaking occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and sprouts are golden.
- Remove basket, toss chicken and sprouts with sweet chili sauce and soy sauce, then return to air fryer for 2–3 minutes to caramelize.
- Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds, green onions, and lime wedges if desired.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
- Swap Brussels sprouts with cauliflower for variety.
- Add bell peppers or onions for more veggies.
- Mix sriracha into the sauce for extra heat.
- Serve over rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice for a full meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
