Sticky BBQ Chicken with Crispy Fries & Fresh Slaw

This meal combines sweet, smoky chicken, crunchy fries, and refreshing slaw. The sticky glaze comes from tangy Barbecue Sauce, making it a comfort-food favorite similar to Barbecue Chicken.

Ingredients

For the sticky BBQ chicken

4 chicken thighs or drumsticks
½ cup Barbecue Sauce
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp paprika
Salt and black pepper

For the crispy fries

2 large Potato
1–2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and paprika

For the fresh slaw

2 cups shredded Cabbage
1 grated Carrot
2 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tbsp lemon juice
Salt and pepper

Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the fries

Cut potatoes into thin strips like French Fries.
Toss with olive oil, salt, and paprika.
Air fry at 200°C (400°F) for 15–18 minutes, shaking halfway, until golden and crispy.

2️⃣ Cook the chicken

Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
Air fry at 190°C (375°F) for 15 minutes.

3️⃣ Make the sticky glaze

Mix barbecue sauce and honey.
Brush over the chicken and cook 5 more minutes until the sauce becomes thick and sticky.

4️⃣ Prepare the fresh slaw

In a bowl combine cabbage and carrot.
Mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Toss everything together until coated to create a light Coleslaw.

Serve

Plate the sticky BBQ chicken, add a side of crispy fries, and finish with the refreshing slaw for balance.

Tips for best results

Soak fries in cold water 20 minutes before cooking for extra crispiness.
Brush the BBQ sauce during the last few minutes so it caramelizes instead of burning.
Add chili flakes if you like a sweet-spicy kick.

If you want, I can also show you:

BBQ Chicken Burger with Air Fryer Fries recipe
Honey Garlic Sticky Chicken (restaurant style)
3 tricks for ultra-crispy air fryer fries.