Best 3 Air Fryer Asian Chicken Breast Recipes

Air fryer asian chicken breast is a flavorful and healthy dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. With the help of an air fryer, you can create crispy, juicy chicken breast that is infused with a variety of Asian-inspired flavors. From sweet and tangy to spicy and savory, there are endless possibilities when it comes to creating the perfect air fryer Asian chicken breast. Whether you are looking for a simple weeknight dinner or an impressive dish for a special occasion, air fryer Asian chicken breast is sure to satisfy your cravings.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

AIR FRYER GENERAL TSO'S CHICKEN

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With the help of your air fryer, this popular Chinese dish can be made fresh in your home and on your table faster than delivery. Bonus is that the chicken is air-fried instead of deep-fried making it a more wholesome choice. Serve over rice if desired.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Chinese

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

½ cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon Sriracha
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon soy sauce
cooking spray
1 teaspoon chopped scallions, or to taste
1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds, or to taste

Steps:

Combine broth, sesame oil, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, cornstarch, garlic, and Sriracha for sauce in a medium saucepan. Whisk until cornstarch is dissolved. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low.
Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions.
Place chicken, cornstarch, and soy sauce into a bowl and stir until chicken is evenly coated. Transfer chicken to the basket of the air fryer. Spray with cooking spray.
Cook in the preheated air fryer for 8 minutes. Shake the basket, breaking up any pieces that have stuck together, and spray with cooking spray again. Continue to cook until chicken is no longer pink in the centers, about 8 minutes more.
Transfer chicken to a large bowl. Pour sauce over chicken and toss to coat. Garnish with scallions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200.5 calories, Carbohydrate 8.6 g, Cholesterol 65.5 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 775.6 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

AIR FRYER CHICKEN BREASTS

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Use an air fryer to create this tempting dish of tender chicken breasts coated in garlic, sweet paprika and herbs. Mix up the spices for interest or keep it plain if you prefer

Provided by Samuel Goldsmith

Categories Dinner

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

4 chicken breasts
½ tbsp rapeseed oil
1 tsp salt
1 ½ tsp garlic granules
1 tsp smoked sweet paprika
2 tsp mixed herbs
½ tsp pepper
steamed rice and greens such as broccoli or green beans or a green salad, to serve (optional)

Steps:

Coat the chicken in the oil and set aside. In a bowl, combine the salt, garlic, paprika and mixed herbs with a good grinding of black pepper, then scatter onto a plate.
Roll each oiled chicken breast in the seasoning and put in your air fryer basket. Cook at 180C for 18-20 mins, turning after 10 mins. To check it is cooked, pierce the chicken with a knife at the thickest part to see if the juices run clear. Or insert a temperature thermometer and it should read 70C. Serve with rice and greens or a salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 calories, Fat 7 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 1 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 0.5 grams fiber, Protein 38 grams protein, Sodium 1.38 milligram of sodium

EASY AIR-FRIED CHICKEN BREAST

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Easy air fryer chicken recipe for one that can easily be scaled up for more people.

Provided by Anonymous

Time 28m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 (8 ounce) chicken breast
2 teaspoons olive oil
salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste
garlic powder to taste

Steps:

Preheat an air fryer to 360 degrees F (182 degrees C).
Brush both sides of the chicken breast with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder on one side. Set chicken breast, seasoned side down, into the air fryer basket and sprinkle the other side with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Air-fry for 9 minutes, flip, and cook until chicken breast is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 9 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
Transfer chicken breast onto a plate and loosely cover with foil. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479.3 calories, Carbohydrate 13.7 g, Cholesterol 129.2 mg, Fat 29.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 37.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 418.2 mg

Tips:

Choose boneless, skinless chicken breasts for even cooking and to reduce the amount of fat in the dish.
Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips so that they cook quickly and evenly.
Use a flavorful marinade to infuse the chicken with flavor. Some good options include soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil.
Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket. Leave some space between the chicken strips so that they can cook evenly.
Cook the chicken strips in batches if necessary. This will ensure that they are all cooked through.
Serve the chicken strips immediately with your favorite dipping sauce or over rice or noodles.

Conclusion:

Air fryer Asian chicken breast is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy chicken. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal in just minutes. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, give air fryer Asian chicken breast a try. You won't be disappointed!