Honey Chili Chicken by Karim

Ingredients

• 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, diced into small cubes
• Salt, to taste
• Black pepper, to taste
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 3 tbsp cornstarch
• Avocado oil spray, 3 to 4 seconds
• 1 red bell pepper, cut into squares
• 1 white onion, cut into squares
• 3 to 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
• 1/2 cup dark soy sauce
• 1/4 cup honey
• 3 tbsp sweet chili sauce
• 2 tbsp sriracha sauce
• 1 tbsp Chinese five-spice powder
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 1/4 cup water
• Sliced green onions, for garnish
• Sliced red chili, for garnish

Instructions

1. Cut the chicken into small cubes, then season in a bowl with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and 3 tablespoons cornstarch.
2. Arrange the chicken on an air fryer rack, spray lightly with avocado oil, and air fry at 400°F for 20 minutes, shaking every 5 minutes, until crisp and cooked through.
3. While the chicken cooks, whisk together the dark soy sauce, honey, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, Chinese five-spice, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, and water until smooth.
4. Heat a pan over medium heat, then sauté the onion, bell pepper, and garlic for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
5. Pour in the sauce and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring, until glossy and thickened.
6. Add the crispy chicken to the pan and toss for 1 to 2 minutes until fully coated and heated through.
7. Garnish with green onions and sliced red chili, then serve hot over rice if desired.