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Air Fryer Sweet and Sour Chicken

Easy Air Fryer Sweet and Sour Chicken

Air Fryer Sweet and Sour Chicken combines crispy chicken with a tangy-sweet sauce, creating a healthier alternative to a beloved takeout classic. Perfect for dinner or lunch, this dish can be ready in under an hour.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 4 servings
Calories 590 kcal

Equipment

  • Air-fryer
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's Knife
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Small saucepan

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

For the Sauce:

  • ½ cup pineapple juice
  • ¼ cup rice vinegar
  • ¼ cup ketchup
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your air fryer to 375°F.
  • Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
  • Coat the chicken pieces in cornstarch, then dip into beaten eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
  • Arrange the coated chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  • Air fry for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the chicken is golden brown and crispy.
  • While the chicken is cooking, prepare the sauce. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine pineapple juice, rice vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, and soy sauce, stirring until smooth.
  • Bring the sauce to a simmer, then add the cornstarch mixture. Continue stirring until the sauce thickens.
  • Once the chicken is done and crispy, toss it in the sweet and sour sauce until evenly coated.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with chopped green onions or sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

  • For an extra crispy texture, lightly spray the breaded chicken with cooking spray before air frying.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat the chicken in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes to retain its crispiness before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 590kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 40gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 182mgSodium: 1315mgPotassium: 803mgFiber: 2gSugar: 21gVitamin A: 199IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 97mgIron: 6mg
Keyword air fryer, air fryer recipes, easy dinner, sweet and sour chicken
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