Air Fryer Sesame Chicken
This Air Fryer Sesame Chicken is tender, crispy, and coated with a rich sesame glaze, making it a perfect meal for busy families looking for healthy and satisfying food.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 pieces Large skinless chicken thigh fillets Juicy and tender, they absorb flavors well.
- 1/2 cup Cornflour Creates a crispy coating without excess oil.
- to taste Salt and pepper Essential for enhancing all flavors.
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Adds depth and warmth to the chicken.
- 1 teaspoon Paprika Adds depth and warmth to the chicken.
- 2 tablespoons Oil For a rich taste and perfect texture.
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil For a rich taste and perfect texture.
For the Marinade
- 2 tablespoons Chinese rice vinegar Balances the sweetness with an acidic punch.
- 1 tablespoon Honey Provides natural sweetness.
- 1 tablespoon Sweet chilli sauce Adds a delightful kick.
- 1 tablespoon Tomato ketchup Adds sweetness and a touch of tang.
- 1 tablespoon Light brown sugar Enhances the glaze and flavor.
- 1 tablespoon Light soy sauce For umami richness.
- 1 tablespoon Dark soy sauce For depth of flavor.
For Garnishing
- 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds For garnishing, providing crunch.
- 1/4 cup Chopped spring onions (scallions) Adds freshness and pop of color.
For Serving
- 2 cups Boiled or egg fried rice Perfect accompaniment to soak up the flavors.
Instructions
Preparation
- Trim any excess fat from the chicken thighs and cut them into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, mix the cornflour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Coat the chicken pieces thoroughly in the cornflour mixture.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the oils, rice vinegar, honey, sweet chili sauce, ketchup, light brown sugar, light soy sauce, and dark soy sauce to create your marinade.
Cooking
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly grease the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
- Place the coated chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook the chicken for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and crispy, shaking the basket halfway through.
Serving
- Remove the chicken carefully and toss it in the marinade to coat.
- Transfer the glazed chicken to a serving plate.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped spring onions, and serve hot with boiled or egg fried rice.
Notes
For extra crunch, use a light spray of cooking oil on the coated chicken before air frying. Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 days.