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Finished bowl of crispy Korean chicken made with air-fried cornstarch-coated chicken thighs tossed in a glossy soy garlic sauce, served over steamed rice with sliced cucumbers, sesame seeds, and scallions.
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Crispy Korean Chicken

This Crispy Korean Chicken is an easy, high protein dinner that delivers those classic Korean Fried Chicken flavors without the effort or mess. It's crispy on the outside, still juicy on the inside, and is perfect over a fresh bowl of rice.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Air Fryer Recipes, Dinner, Lunch, Meal Prep, Quick Meal
Cuisine: American, Asian, Fusion, Korean
Keyword: Air Fryer, Air Fryer Chicken, Air Fryer Chicken Recipe, Air Fryer Recipe, Air Fryer Recipes, Asian Fried Chicken, Chicken Recipe, Crispy Korean Chicken, Easy Asian Fried Chicken, Easy Korean Dish, Easy Weeknight Chicken, Healthy, Healthy Asian Dinner, High Protein, High Protein Recipe, Korean Fried Chicken, Soy Garlic Chicken
Servings: 2 servings

Equipment

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 16 oz boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into bite-sized chunks
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • Neutral spray oil

Korean Chicken Sauce

  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp water

Optional Garnish

  • Rice for serving
  • Sesame seeds
  • Scallions
  • Cucumbers

Instructions

  • In a bowl, combine cornstarch and salt and mix lightly. Add the chicken thighs and toss until every piece is fully coated.
  • Spray your air fryer basket with oil and place the chicken in a single layer. Spray the tops with additional oil and air fry at 400°F (205°C) for 15 minutes, shaking halfway through, until golden and crispy.
  • While the chicken cooks, combine soy sauce, honey, garlic, and water in a small pan. Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce reduces and thickens to your desired consistency.
  • Transfer the crispy chicken to a bowl, pour over the sauce, and toss thoroughly until evenly coated.
  • Serve the chicken over a fresh bowl of rice and optionally garnish with sesame seeds, scallions, and cucumbers.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 380kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 18g