Description
Crispy, spicy Korean-inspired chicken nuggets made in the air fryer with a flavorful gochujang sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Cooking spray
- 1/4 cup gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix cornstarch, flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- In another bowl, whisk the egg and water.
- Dip each chicken piece into the flour mixture, then the egg mixture, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Place the coated chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Spray lightly with cooking spray.
- Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
- While the chicken cooks, mix gochujang, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and minced garlic in a small saucepan. Heat over low heat until warm.
- Toss the cooked chicken nuggets in the gochujang sauce or serve it on the side.
Notes
- Use chicken breast if you prefer a leaner option.
- Adjust gochujang amount for more or less spice.
- Serve with rice or as an appetizer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Korean Fusion