Air Fryer Sweet Sour Chicken (Print-Friendly Version)

Tangy, crispy chicken bites with sweet and sour glaze, ready in just 30 minutes for an easy meal.

# What You’ll Need to Make This:

→ Main Components

01 - 450 g boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - 65 g cornstarch
03 - 2 large eggs, beaten
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
06 - 120 ml sweet and sour sauce
07 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

# How to Prepare:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 190°C. Lightly spray or brush the air fryer basket with vegetable oil.
02 - Season the chicken pieces evenly with salt and black pepper.
03 - Dip the seasoned chicken pieces into the beaten eggs, then coat each piece thoroughly with cornstarch.
04 - Place the coated chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they do not overlap.
05 - Cook for 10 minutes, turning the chicken halfway through to ensure even crispiness.
06 - Brush the cooked chicken with sweet and sour sauce and return to the air fryer. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to glaze.
07 - Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately while hot.

# Extra Tips:

01 - For extra crispiness, spray the coated chicken with a light mist of oil before air frying.
02 - Cooking time may vary depending on your air fryer model; adjust as needed.
03 - Double the sweet and sour sauce if a stronger flavor is desired.

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