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Sesame Chicken Bites with Cucumber Salad

Golden chicken bites coated in sesame seeds, cooked in the air fryer until crisp outside and juicy inside, served with a quick garlicky cucumber salad. Ginger and sesame oil give them a lovely Asian note. A light, protein-packed dinner ready in about half an hour.

Golden chicken bites coated in sesame seeds, cooked in the air fryer until crisp outside and juicy inside, served with a quick garlicky cucumber salad. Ginger and sesame oil give them a lovely Asian note. A light, protein-packed dinner ready in about half an hour.

What you'll need.

For the chicken

  • 2 chicken fillets
  • ½ red onion
  • Fresh ginger, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • Your favourite chicken seasoning
  • Salt
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon potato starch
  • Garlic
  • Sesame seeds

For the cucumber salad

  • Cucumbers
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Fresh dill
  • Green onion

How to make it.

  1. Cut the chicken fillets into bite-sized pieces and mix with the chopped red onion, ginger, sesame oil, seasoning and salt.
  2. Add the egg, potato starch and garlic, and mix until every piece is coated. Sprinkle generously with sesame seeds.
  3. Air fry for 15 minutes at 180°C (350°F) until golden and cooked through.
  4. Meanwhile, slice the cucumbers and shake them in a container with the garlic, salt and dill. Chill for 10 minutes.
  5. Serve the chicken hot, topped with green onion, with the cucumber salad on the side.

My tips.

Potato starch is the secret to a light, crispy coating, so do not swap it for flour. Smashing the cucumbers lightly before seasoning helps them soak up the garlicky dressing faster.

Good to know.

Can I make it ahead?
Marinate the chicken up to a day ahead, then coat and cook it fresh.

Can I use chicken thighs?
Yes, boneless thighs are even juicier and cook in the same time.

Is it healthy?
Yes, it is high in protein and the air fryer keeps the added fat low.

Prep 15 min · Cook 15 min · Total 30 min · Serves 2

Nutrition.

~420 kcal · Protein 42 g · Fat 20 g · Carbs 15 g (approximate, calculated automatically)

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