Sweet and Spicy Chicken
Air Fryer Sweet and Spicy Chicken is ready in less than half an hour and perfect for meal prep! Covered with seasonings and brown sugar for a rich crust.
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Equipment
- Small bowl
Ingredients
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Ground black pepper optional
- 4 chicken breasts boneless and skinless
- Oil
Instructions
- Combine all spices and brown sugar together. Mix thoroughly.
- Spray the chicken breasts with oil. Sprinkle spice mixture over the chicken breasts. Flip chicken and repeat.
- Place chicken into air fryer basket and air fry at 350 degrees F (176 degrees C) for 16 to 18 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F. Flip halfway through cooking.
- Slice chicken and enjoy!
Notes
Pro Tip: This recipe can be made in the air fryer unit with a basket or the air fryer oven. If you are using the air fryer oven, use the middle rack and select the "Air Fry" function.
To meal prep: Add Air Fryer Green Beans and Air Fryer Roasted Potatoes with some cooked rice or quinoa.
To use chicken thighs: Cook at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 18 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking.
Nutrition Information
Calories 312kcal | Carbohydrates 14g | Protein 48g | Fat 6g | Saturated Fat 1g | Cholesterol 145mg | Sodium 850mg | Potassium 866mg | Fiber 1g | Sugar 13g | Vitamin A 455IU | Vitamin C 3mg | Calcium 23mg | Iron 1mg
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