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Crispy Chili Oil Chicken Recipe served in a bowl over rice and garnished with sesame seeds and sliced scallions.
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Crispy Oil Chicken Recipe

This Crispy Chili Oil Chicken has the perfect balance of sweet heat and crispiness. The best part is that it's made in an air fryer and won't have a bunch of dishes for you to do when you're finished!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Air Fryer Recipes, Comfort Food, Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Quick Meal
Cuisine: American, Asian, Chinese, Fusion
Keyword: 30 Minute Dinner, Air Fryer, Air Fryer Chicken, Air Fryer Chicken Recipe, Asian Chicken Recipe, Asian Dinners, Asian Recipes, Chicken Recipe, Crispy Chicken, Crispy Chili Oil Chicken, Easy Asian Recipe, Easy Fried Chicken, Healthy Asian Recipes
Servings: 2 servings

Equipment

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 16 oz chicken thighs cut into bite-sized chunks
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp salt
  • Neutral oil spray

For the Chili Oil Sauce

  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp chili crisp
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 3 cloves garlic minced

Optional Garnish

  • Sesame seeds
  • Scallions
  • Steamed rice

Instructions

  • In a bowl, combine cornstarch, flour, and salt. Mix lightly, then add the cubed chicken thighs and dredge thoroughly until evenly coated.
  • Lightly oil your air fryer basket 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 until crispy and golden.
  • While the chicken cooks, combine soy sauce, honey, chili crisp, rice vinegar, and minced garlic in a small pan. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook until the sauce has reduced slightly.
  • Transfer the crispy chicken to a bowl, pour over the sauce, and toss until every piece is evenly coated.
  • Serve over a fresh bowl of rice and optionally garnish with sesame seeds and scallions.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 585kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 31g