Air Fryer Panda Express Almond Chicken
Description
Crispy almond-crusted chicken made in the air fryer and served with a savory Panda Express–style gravy. It's a lighter copycat that's ready in about 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast , or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs, optional
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/3 cup almonds, sliced, plus extra for garnish
Gravy
- 3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch, mixed with 2 tbsp water
- 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix the almond flour, panko, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt and pepper in a shallow bowl.
- Dip the chicken in the egg, then roll it in the coating. Press sliced almonds firmly onto each piece.
- Arrange the chicken in a single layer, mist it with oil, and air fry for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping halfway, until it reaches 165°F.
- Meanwhile, simmer the broth, soy sauce, oyster sauce and sugar. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until thickened. Remove from the heat and stir in the sesame oil.
- Spoon the gravy over the chicken or serve it on the side. Garnish with green onions and toasted almonds.
Equipment
- Small Saucepan
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 35gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 166mgSodium: 622mgPotassium: 630mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 249IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 99mgIron: 2mg