Description
Air Fryer Honey Sesame Chicken is a delightful dish that brings together sweet and savory flavors in a crispy, golden-brown coating. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests with minimal effort. Each bite of tender chicken, coated in a honey-soy glaze and topped with toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions, promises to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 2 chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and pat dry.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Add chicken to the marinade, toss well, and let marinate for 15-30 minutes.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 5 minutes.
- Place marinated chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking halfway through until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve garnished with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, substitute honey with maple syrup or add crushed red pepper for some heat. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for about five minutes for optimal crispiness.