Description
A crispy and flavorful take on Korean fried chicken made in the air fryer, perfect for gatherings and family meals.
Ingredients
- 8 pieces chicken tenders
- 1 cup crushed corn flakes
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 stalks green onion (whites and greens separated)
- 2 tbsp gochujang
- 3 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp ketchup
- 2 tbsp mirin
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- Toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Whisk the eggs to create an egg wash.
- Mix the crushed corn flakes, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in another bowl.
- Dip each chicken tender into the egg wash, ensuring a good coating.
- Transfer it to the bowl of seasoned corn flakes and coat each piece thoroughly.
- Place the coated chicken tenders in the preheated air fryer basket.
- Cook for about 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Prepare the Korean style sauce while the chicken cooks by heating avocado oil in a small pan.
- Sauté the minced garlic and white parts of the green onion until fragrant.
- Add gochujang, honey, ketchup, mirin, and sesame oil to the pan and mix well.
- Once the chicken is done, toss it in the sauce until well coated.
- Garnish with the green parts of the green onion and toasted sesame seeds.
Notes
For maximum crispiness, avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket and consider marinating the chicken beforehand for enhanced flavor.
