Prawn Paste Chicken is a popular crowd-pleasing dish that is easy to prepare at home. With its savoury prawn paste marinade and juicy chicken, you can enjoy restaurant-style prawn paste chicken using an air fryer in just 15 minutes. This recipe uses Oriental Delight Prawn Paste Chicken for a convenient and fuss-free option that delivers great flavour with minimal preparation.
Prawn Paste Chicken is loved for its crispy exterior, tender meat and rich umami flavour. Air frying helps achieve a golden-brown finish while using less oil than traditional deep frying. Whether served as an appetiser, party snack or side dish, prawn paste chicken pairs well with fries, salads, dipping sauces and other air fryer favourites. Its easy preparation and crowd-pleasing taste make it a great choice for family meals, gatherings and festive occasions.
Ingredients
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Furikake (Optional)
Instructions
- Thaw the Oriental Delight Prawn Paste Chicken in refrigerator overnight or for 8-12 hours before cooking.
- Arrange the prawn paste chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding or overlapping to allow proper air circulation and even cooking.
- Preheat the air fry at 180°C. Air fry the prawn paste chicken for 15 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure an even golden-brown finish.
- Once cooked, transfer the prawn paste chicken to a serving plate while still hot and crispy.
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Finish with a sprinkle of furikake for an extra burst of flavour and a satisfying crunch. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Tips for Crispy Air Fryer Prawn Paste Chicken
For extra crispiness, lightly spray the prawn paste chicken with cooking oil before air frying.
If cooking multiple batches, avoid stacking the pieces as this may affect the texture and cooking performance. Flip halfway through cooking to ensure even browning and crispiness on all sides.
Cooking time may vary depending on your air fryer model. Adjust accordingly and cook until golden brown and fully heated though.
What to Serve with Prawn Paste Chicken
Prawn Paste Chicken is a crowd-pleasing dish that's perfect for family meals, gatherings, parties, game nights, or weekend feasts. Serve it alongside fries, salads, grilled meats, seafood dishes, rice, or other air fryer favourites for a complete and satisfying spread.
FAQ
1. Do I need to thaw the prawn paste chicken before cooking?
For best result, thaw the prawn paste chicken in the refrigerator before cooking. This helps ensure even cooking and a crispier texture.
2. How do I know when the prawn paste chicken is cooked?
The chicken should be golden brown on the outside and no longer pink in the centre. Ensure it is thoroughly cooked before serving.
3. How long can prawn paste chicken stay in the freezer?
For optimal quality, store it in the freezer until the recommended best-before date on the packaging.
4. How do I make the prawn paste chicken crispy?
Cook in a single layer without overcrowding, flip halfway through cooking and lightly spray with oil before air frying.
5. What dipping sauces go well with prawn paste chicken?
Popular choices include sweet chili sauce, spicy mayo and honey mustard.
