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Chicken and Shrimp Air Fryer Stir Fry

Chicken and Shrimp Air Fryer Stir Fry - Quick, Flavorful, and Weeknight-Friendly

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Pre-heat 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
  • Shrimp: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tail on or off)
  • Vegetables: 2 cups broccoli florets, 1 red bell pepper (sliced), 1 small onion (sliced), 1 cup snap peas or snow peas, 1 medium carrot (thinly sliced)
  • Aromatics: 3 cloves garlic (minced), 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
  • Sauce Base: 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce or tamari, 2 tablespoons oyster sauce (or hoisin for sweeter), 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1–2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
  • Thickener: 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • Heat (optional): 1 teaspoon sriracha or chili-garlic sauce, red pepper flakes to taste
  • Oil: 1–2 tablespoons neutral oil (avocado or canola) plus cooking spray
  • Finishers: Sesame oil (1 teaspoon), sesame seeds, scallions
  • To Serve: Cooked rice, cauliflower rice, or noodles
  • Salt and Pepper: To season proteins and vegetables as needed

Instructions
 

  • Preheat and prep the basket: Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C). Lightly spray the basket to prevent sticking.
  • Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sriracha (if using), and cornstarch until smooth. Set aside.
  • Season the chicken: Pat the chicken dry. Toss with a drizzle of oil, a pinch of salt and pepper, and half the garlic and ginger.
  • Season the shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry. Toss with a drizzle of oil, a pinch of salt and pepper, and the remaining garlic and ginger. Keep shrimp chilled until cooking to avoid overcooking later.
  • Prep the vegetables: Toss broccoli, peppers, onion, snap peas, and carrot with a teaspoon of oil and a light sprinkle of salt.
  • Cook the chicken: Air fry chicken in a single layer at 380°F for 8–10 minutes, shaking halfway, until cooked through and lightly browned. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • Cook the vegetables: Add vegetables to the basket (don’t overcrowd; work in batches if needed). Air fry at 380°F for 6–8 minutes, shaking once, until crisp-tender with a little char. Transfer to the bowl with chicken.
  • Cook the shrimp: Air fry shrimp at 370°F (188°C) for 4–5 minutes, shaking once, just until pink and opaque. Add to the chicken and vegetables.
  • Toss with sauce: Give the sauce a quick stir. Pour it over the bowl of cooked chicken, shrimp, and vegetables. Toss to coat evenly.
  • Finish in the air fryer (optional but recommended): Return the sauced mixture to the basket and air fry at 370°F for 2–3 minutes to thicken the sauce and lightly caramelize. Work in batches if needed.
  • Final touches: Drizzle with a little sesame oil, then sprinkle scallions and sesame seeds. Taste and adjust seasoning or heat.
  • Serve: Spoon over warm rice, cauliflower rice, or toss with noodles. Serve immediately.
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