If you’ve ever had a spice bag, you know it’s pure comfort food! It’s like a party in your mouth with crispy chicken, spicy flavors, and perfectly cooked chips, all mixed together with a burst of seasoning. This Airfryer Chicken Spice Bag recipe is an easier take on the classic, and the best part? It’s ready in under 20 minutes! You’ll love how quick and flavorful it is. Plus, the Airfryer makes it super easy without all the extra oil. Let’s dive into this tasty dish!
Method in Detail
To start, you’ll need to prepare your spice mix. Begin by splitting it into two portions. Add a third of the spice mix to the cornflour and set the remaining spice mix aside for later use on the chips, peppers, and onions. This will ensure that the chicken and the vegetables are both coated evenly with their respective spice blends.
Next, take your chicken and dip each piece into an egg (either whisked or beaten with a fork). This step helps the cornflour mixture stick to the chicken. After dipping in the egg, coat each piece in the cornflour and spice mix. Make sure each piece is thoroughly covered to achieve that crispy, flavorful texture when cooked.
Now it’s time to work with the vegetables and chips. Place your frozen fries in one bowl and the sliced peppers and onions in another. Lightly spray the fries and the vegetables with low-calorie cooking spray. This helps the spice mix stick to them and ensures that they cook evenly without being too greasy. Next, sprinkle the remaining spice mix generously over the fries and vegetables, making sure everything is well coated.
Once all your ingredients are prepped, it’s time to cook! Preheat your Airfryer to 200°C. Place the chicken pieces and the frozen fries into the Airfryer basket. Be sure not to overcrowd the basket, as this can affect the crispiness. Cook the chicken and fries for 12 minutes. The high temperature will crisp up the chicken while cooking the fries to golden perfection.
After 12 minutes, carefully open the Airfryer and add the peppers and onions to the basket. This will allow the vegetables to cook for the final 4 minutes, ensuring they’re tender yet still slightly crispy. Once the cooking time is up, everything should be golden brown, crispy, and bursting with flavor.
Necessary Tools
- Airfryer
- 2 separate bowls
- Whisk or fork (for egg)
- Small bowl for spice mix
- Spray bottle for low-cal spray
Airfryer Chicken Spice Bag / Salted Chilli Chicken & Chips
Cuisine: IrelandDifficulty: Easy2
servings10
minutes16
minutes26
minutesIngredients
300g chicken
3 tbsp cornflour
1 x egg
Spice Bag Mix:
1 tbsp 5 spice
1 tsp mild chilli powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp chilli flakes
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp ginger
1 tbsp sweetener
Salt and pepper – generous
Extra:
1 x red pepper
1 x green pepper
1 x onion
Your favourite curry sauce
Your favourite frozen fries
Directions
- Start by splitting the spice mix. Add a third of it to the cornflour and save the rest for the chips, peppers, and onions.
- In a separate bowl, mix the cornflour and spice mix. Dip each chicken piece into the egg, then coat with the cornflour mixture.
- Take the frozen chips and peppers, and spray them lightly with the low-calorie spray. Coat them evenly with the remaining spice mix.
- Airfry the chicken and frozen chips at 200°C for 12 minutes.
- Add the peppers and onions and cook for another 4 minutes until everything is golden and crispy.
Notes
- Be careful not to overcrowd the Airfryer basket. It’s important to give the chicken and chips some space to crisp up properly.
- When coating the chicken in the cornflour mix, make sure the pieces are fully coated for that crispy texture.
- You can always adjust the amount of chili to make it more or less spicy, depending on your preference.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this chicken spice bag with your favourite curry sauce on the side for dipping! You can also add a refreshing side salad to balance the heat and give it that extra crunch. Enjoy it with some steamed rice or a warm naan to make it even more filling.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the “spice bag” was originally created in Ireland and quickly became a favorite takeout dish? It’s a fusion of flavors, and now it’s loved by people worldwide—spicy, crispy, and just downright delicious!
Conclusion
This Airfryer Chicken Spice Bag is the perfect weeknight meal that’s easy to prepare but packed with flavor. With the help of the Airfryer, you get crispy chicken and chips with less oil, all while still keeping the flavors strong and spicy. It’s a win-win! I hope you love it as much as I do, and don’t forget to grab your favorite curry sauce for dipping! Enjoy!
