Air Fried Manchurian-Style Chicken
Air fryer Manchurian chicken features crisp chicken tossed in a savory garlic ginger sauce bold balanced and ideal for an easy dinner.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Chef knife
- Measuring spoons
- Saucepan
- Tongs
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into bite size pieces
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
- 3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
- Toss chicken with cornstarch oil salt and pepper until evenly coated.
- Arrange chicken in the basket leaving space between pieces.
- Cook for 14 to 16 minutes shaking halfway until browned and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Meanwhile heat a saucepan over medium heat and sauté garlic and ginger briefly.
- Stir in soy sauce chili sauce ketchup vinegar and brown sugar and simmer for 2 minutes.
- Add cooked chicken to the sauce and toss until evenly coated.
- Finish with sliced green onions and serve immediately.
Notes & Wine Advice
Notes
Cook the chicken in batches if necessary — overcrowding prevents crisping. For additional heat, increase the chili sauce gradually rather than all at once.Wine Advice
A slightly off-dry Gewürztraminer pairs beautifully with the savory spice, while a fruity Pinot Noir offers enough acidity to keep the dish feeling balanced.Nutrition values
Calories: 430 kcal | Carbohydrates: 14 g | Protein: 38 g | Fat: 24 g | Saturated Fat: 6 g | Sodium: 720 mg | Sugar: 5 g