Air Fryer Sweet Chili Chicken & Brussels Sprouts

This Air Fryer Sweet Chili Chicken & Brussels Sprouts is a quick, flavorful, and perfectly caramelized dish with crispy Brussels sprouts and juicy chicken coated in a sticky, sweet, and slightly spicy chili glaze. It’s the perfect easy weeknight meal that comes together in under 30 minutes!

Recipe Overview

Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Calories: ~400 kcal per serving

Ingredients

For the Chicken & Brussels Sprouts

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
• 2 cups Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For the Sweet Chili Glaze

• 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
• 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup)
• 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional for extra spice)
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced

For Garnish

• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 2 green onions, sliced
• Cooked rice or noodles (for serving, optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 380°F (193°C) and let it preheat for a few minutes.

2. Season the Chicken & Brussels Sprouts: In a bowl, toss the chicken and Brussels sprouts with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until well coated.

3. Air Fry the Chicken & Brussels Sprouts: Spread them in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook at 380°F for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the chicken is fully cooked (165°F internal temp) and the Brussels sprouts are crispy.

4. Make the Sweet Chili Glaze: While the chicken cooks, whisk together sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sriracha, sesame oil, and minced garlic in a small bowl.

5. Toss in the Sauce: Once the chicken and Brussels sprouts are done, transfer them to a bowl and toss with the sweet chili glaze until evenly coated.

6. Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot over rice or noodles if desired.

Tips & Variations

• Make it Extra Crispy: Increase the air fryer temp to 400°F for the last 2 minutes.
• Swap the Protein: Use shrimp, tofu, or salmon instead of chicken.
• Low-Carb Option: Serve over cauliflower rice or eat as is.
• Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-4 minutes.

This Air Fryer Sweet Chili Chicken & Brussels Sprouts is the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and crispy—an easy meal bursting with flavor!

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