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Crispy air fryer Korean fried chicken coated in a glossy spicy sauce and topped with sesame seeds and green onions.
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Spicy Korean Fried Chicken Air Fryer Recipe

Crispy, juicy, and coated in a bold sweet-and-spicy Korean sauce, this air fryer Korean fried chicken is incredibly satisfying. The crunchy cornflake coating gives it amazing texture without deep frying. It’s an easy homemade version of a takeout favorite that’s perfect for dinner, snacks, or game day.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time27 minutes
Course: Main Dish, Snack
Cuisine: Asian-inspired, Korean
Keyword: air fryer Korean fried chicken, crispy chicken tenders, Easy Air Fryer Chicken, spicy gochujang chicken
Cooking Method: Air Fryer, Stovetop
Diet: Dairy-Free
Servings: 4
Calories: 338kcal
Author: MelanieCooks.com

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 8 chicken tenders
  • 1 cup cornflakes crushed
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 green onions chopped, divided for sauce and garnish
  • 2 tbsp gochujang
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 3 tbsp ketchup
  • 2 tbsp mirin
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds optional, for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
  • Crush cornflakes in a shallow dish and mix with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • In a bowl, whisk eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  • Dip each chicken tender into the egg, then coat in the cornflake mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
  • Place coated chicken tenders in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  • Air fry for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and cooked through.
  • Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté part of the green onions with garlic until fragrant.
  • Stir in gochujang, honey, ketchup, mirin, and sesame oil, then simmer until slightly thickened.
  • Add cooked chicken to the sauce and toss until evenly coated.
  • Garnish with remaining green onions and sesame seeds, then serve immediately.

Notes

  • Leave space between chicken pieces so they crisp up properly in the air fryer.
  • Toss in sauce right before serving to keep the coating crispy.

Nutrition

Calories: 338kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 146mg | Sodium: 952mg | Potassium: 564mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 687IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 4mg